The Carnation's Heart: Romance Always Wins

By Ibrahim H. Hussney

"The Carnation's Heart" unfolds a romantic saga between Irene and Gustav. Gustav, a young American of Polish descent, hails from an affluent Bostonian family. A man of athletic build and a deeply romantic disposition, he harbors a profound affection for carnations and finds solace in fishing. During one of his maritime excursions, fate intervened, leading him to Irene, who held the very bloom he cherished. From that serendipitous encounter, his heart has secretly yearned for her with every remembrance.

Irene, a beautiful and tender-hearted woman in her mid-twenties, finds immense joy in cultivating and nurturing flowers. She eagerly anticipates the emergence of buds and the unfurling of blossoms. This verdant world is Irene's sanctuary, her solace and balm for the wounds inflicted by the sudden departure of her first love years prior.

Will Gustav, her ardent admirer, affectionately known as "The Carnation's Heart," ride swiftly on his white steed to win Irene's affection and restore the hope she perpetually envisions in her dreams?

Weeks into their regular meetings, Gustav sensed the opportune moment to articulate his sentiments. His heart pounded with anticipation as the decisive instant drew near. He met Irene by the seashore, a white carnation, a symbol of purity, clutched in his hand.

"Irene," Gustav began, his voice imbued with an unusual tenderness, "I wish to convey something to you. From the very first moment I beheld you, holding that carnation, I felt a singular connection. A bond, I sensed, existed between us." Irene gazed at him, her heart quickening its pace. "You have become an intrinsic part of my existence, and I... I love you, Irene."

A silence descended for a few fleeting moments. Irene was stunned, unprepared for such an unreserved declaration so swiftly. Her eyes welled with tears ... tears of joy, yet tinged with apprehension. "Gustav..."
"I understand you have endured a profound experience," he continued, "and I am not here to erase the past, but to forge a future with you, a future brimming with love and hope." He extended his hand, presenting her with the white carnation. "Allow me to be your Carnation's Heart, the heart that carries hope and revitalizes life."

Despite her elation at Gustav's confession, Irene felt a tremor of hesitation. The scars of the past still smarted, and the fear of repeating such pain held sway. "Gustav, I... I am overjoyed by what you've said, but I fear... I fear being hurt again." Gustav gently clasped her hands. "Irene, I comprehend your apprehensions, and I shall never pressure you. Yet, I believe that love warrants the risk. I am here for you, and I shall be patient, proving my trustworthiness to you each day."

His words were sincere, imbued with warmth and reassurance. Irene gazed into his eyes, discerning truth and fidelity within them. Mustering her courage, she resolved to grant herself a new beginning and allow Gustav to become a part of her life. "Grant me some time, Gustav. Let us proceed slowly, step by step." Gustav's face broadened into a wide smile. "That is all I ask. I am prepared to wait forever."

Indeed, her knight arrived on his white steed, not merely to court her, but to rekindle her hope and inundate her life with blossoms and affection. Gustav, affectionately known as "The Carnation's Heart," discovered his world, his gardens, and his everlasting love in Irene. With every carnation that unfurls, their love story renews.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FCYLDWQG
• ISBN13: 9798287746483
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"