Honest Liar

*Short* story originally included in the Passion in Portland 2016 Anthology.

When Josey moved away from her difficult past, the first day of her new beginning couldn't be any worse. A hellish day of traffic, flat tires, a steaming pile of dog mess and ending with no place to stay, makes her desperate enough to accept a man’s offer to sleep in his guest house.

Alex didn’t intend to be dishonest, but when he recognized her, he panicked. Now he has to decide what’s best for Josey, and that may include leaving without a word.