There is something about this I really like but I cannot pinpoint what it is. I am curious about what happens next.

i thought this was going to be a happy story born out of the blustery cold, but no, it was just as gray at the end. Way to smash my hopes! I’m just a hopeless optimist! :) this is the part in a movie when you go “no! go back!”

This was a very challenging story for me to write, perhaps as I’m british and not too sure what twenty bucks will buy someone with the current exchange rate.

@ElshaHawk (LoA): The weather in Britain is always cold and blustery. Sadly, not much happiness comes out of it either!

Ahh a great twist on the competition! But I’m not sure if you can buy a ring for $20 sorry :p
I guess this whole genre would have been difficult for you. So good job!

Upon reflection, a bouquet of roses would be more elegant and would make more sense, too.

I liked this one. It’s both melancholy and sweet.