(miniflash story)

Every day, Tom watched his neighbor, Mr. Johnson, meticulously care for his prized rose garden.

The roses were vibrant and stunning, but Mr. Johnson’s garden was off-limits to everyone. One day, Tom’s curiosity got the best of him, and he decided to sneak into the garden to see what made those roses so special. As he tiptoed through the garden, he stumbled upon a hidden door at the back. Hesitating for a moment, he decided to open it. To his surprise, it revealed a magical world of talking roses. Each bloom had its unique personality and shared their secrets, dreams, and wisdom with him. Tom was enthralled by this enchanting world, but just as he was about to share his discovery with Mr. Johnson, the garden door slammed shut. Panicking, Tom tried to reopen it, but it was locked from the other side. In a twist of fate, Tom became the guardian of the magical rose garden, unable to share its wonders with anyone else. And as he tended to the garden, he realized that sometimes the most beautiful things in life must remain a secret, known only to those who dare to seek them out.