Don't Fuck With Florists (They'll Fuck You Up)
by MayMarlow
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CHAPTERS
1
WORDS
13.9K
RATING
4.8
Summary
Unsatisfied with his post-war life, Harry decides to get to the root of all of his problems when that root was still working at Borgin and Burkes shop in the late 40s. He’s the Master of Death, damn it, he can do what he wants for once in his life.Tom Riddle isn’t particularly happy about working at a small, dingy shop for magical artifacts, no matter how interesting those artifacts are. He’s even less happy when an insufferable stranger sets up the most obnoxious flower shop right across the street.What follows would be a romantic comedy, if it weren’t for politics.
Reader Reviews
conquerorofheaven
Just nowThat was very enjoyable. Thank you, I haven't laughed that hard in weeks. The ending was a little abrupt, but still mostly satisfying. I would be interested in seeing a sequel though.
badwolfsvortex
Just nowoh man! i was so excited to read this and it was worth the wait! i love the back and forth sass that they both had, and the zinnas!!! and using death as a guard dog! this was so lovely to read i just cant pick one thing to focus on it was just a fun read and i enjoyed it so much!
Anonymous
Just nowOhhhh! This fic is so cute. I love how humorous and light it was given that so many tomarry fics aren't! I loved how you portrayed Death ... And honestly? Everyone really. This fic was so beautiful and tbh I'm left wanting more. Thank you so much for sharing!!!!
Ajvie
Just nowOoooh this is precious♡♡♡♡ Even though the ending was a little bit sudden, I loved how you inserted the elections/politics not just 'it's there way' and omagawd Zinnia/Reaper probably best thing ever of this year <33 thank you for writing this oneshot, and of course, the art is amazing!! Especially that skeleton hahah. Smooth. Reaaaaally smooth.
sinayaa
Just nowamazing work as always, marlow! and ah, the artwork was so lovely too! i am a fan of the possessed zinnia and the humor in this entire fic, actually. awesome dialogue too!! ❤️
LostBetweenBooks
Just nowVery lovely. Great work!
Anonymous
Just nowThis was very cute and hilarious!!!!!!
EliteAssassin
Just nowSO THOUGHTS. Firstly, the pacing on this isn't anywhere near as bad as you think, it grows quite naturally, and the attraction and chemistry is quite evident. Even though the story does end where it feels like there's more to go, it doesn't end with anything left not tied up so that is plenty satisfactory. The zinnia is a savage beast who I adore, Harry and Tom are still both my favourite idiots and the wizarding world is inevitably doomed to Tom mind-fucking them as Minister of Magic. But I do adore the use of politics to make their relationship bloom, it's definitely a good plot and gives interesting background and setting to the oneshot in a way that removes need for exposition, and it also acts as the necessary conversation filler for two idiots who probably don't know what small talk is. Overall my love, excellent one shot, interesting name choice and remember Pi, Cos and Al were created from this fiction. ;D <3AND CONGRATS AGAIN FOR BEING ON TIME AND FINISHING A ONE SHOT!!!!
Middleground
Just nowomg this is the cutest, i love florist!AU's (Punnet is clearly Trump omg, i almost died laughing when i read his speech)
Anonymous
Just nowAhhh that was a good read! Please continue with this (if that's something YOU want to do of course) - I would love to read more!! (I really enjoyed Harry and Tom's discussions and interactions, btw. Good job!)
history
Just nowI love it! I love the zinna ( you made her in an funny character:)! I love how you wrote tom and how he was with Harry and how harry was a troll too. Death must be happy, he won't hear a lot of his master;)
wynnebat
Just nowI love this! <33
Tink
Just nowomg im in love this is one of the best stories ive ever read!! thank you
lilyoftheval5
Just nowI want to screech...Both because story was great and the fact it ended.
Alexicon
Just nowWhat the heellllllll that was precious!!!!!!! This is amazing, oh my gosh. I love everything about it. The zinnia, the flower-funerals, Borgin 'subtly' matchmaking, just...all of it is so great. Thank you so much for writing!!!
mneiai
Just nowSo cute! I love the build-up, hope that maybe you decide to do a sequel or something, eventually, seeing these two dealing with Tom's political plans would be fun.
evilgenus
Just nowThis is absolutely brilliant! I love it! I also kind of want to see more. Like Tom's friends Walburga and Abraxas come to the flower shop to check out Harry, or especially when they meet the flowers who are possessed by reapers. I kinda have this picture of Sirius mom falling in love with the zinnia
Picayune_Prince
Just nowWhat a sweet story! It reminds me of The Shop Around The Corner--in all the best ways! It's so rare to find a sweet fluffy story with this pairing, but you've pulled it off very realistically. You're immensely talented--thanks for sharing your work!
TheSilentDarkAngel
Just nowLovely. Simply lovely. And I love the possessed Zinnia. Punnet's speech is a bit strange. He's a Trump expy, isn't he?
Coolio101
Just now...was that whole thing with Punnet a not-so-subtle reference to Donald Trump?Anyway, this was a very enjoyable read, thanks for writing it! The Tom/Harry relationship was adorable, although I have to admit my favorite part was the talking zinnia reaper :P
RewindReplayRepeat
Just nowZinnia is bae aka I loved this fic Tom and Hrry are just so adorable and awkward together
Asura_Hozuki
Just nowajajajajajaa oh god xD that was great and so cutethank for this fic c:
LunarCatNinja
Just nowI love it! Borgin playing matchmaker with Tom is very amusing.
theworldsawesum
Just nowADORABLESQUEAL-WORTHYMY FANGIRL HEART IS TAKING OVER MEI was led here by the lovely fanart on tumblrI'm so happy to have read this ^-^You make my heart light
Lilyth369
Just nowI love you almost as much as I missed you! Hahaha, I love the story was so cute and well structured, my favorite part was the end, Tom was changing so slowly, it was natural, only at the end you realize how much Harry influenced him. Think of the sweetest parts I remember was that of the lilies, making them immortal and especially co-ownership, which involved a long-term relationship and commitment. I hope're well and happy! :3
Jixnce
Just nowThis was cute <3
Mitsuki90
Just nowThis is so cute. I only wished that it went a bit further into their relationship and detailed the fruits of Tom's political ambitions.
AgentWinters
Just nowAwe, that was cute. It was a rather refreshing change of direction than most of the stories that have Harry going back into the past to confront Riddle. While most have him falling for Riddle they also have Riddle corrupting Harry, or Harry trying to kill Riddle, or some other nonsense. You however, yes, you have them falling for each other but not in an overly obvious way, and you have Harry trying to convince Riddle to become Minister of Magic instead of giving up his ambition to rule all together and there's also you not making it seem like Harry is the only reason Riddle isn't Dark. I mean you didn't suddenly make Riddle good, but you didn't make him out to be overly evil. He actually didn't seem evil, just a bit misdirected, you know?I think you wrote young Riddle extremely well, not overly guarded but not exactly an open book. He also had a sense of humor that wasn't like others, it wasn't a dark evil humor, the kind that make is seem like he could only get enjoyment out of chaos and cruelty, which other authors tend to do to the point it is boring. You however have him seem, well, more human, and you have Harry thinking of him in that way. I don't know how to adequately explain what I'm trying to say.Just...thank you for writing this and sharing it...though the ending seemed a bit abrupt, like there could have been so much more but at the same time it did feel like an ending, even if it is an open one. Anyway, again it was cute, and very well written.
CuddlyKoala
Just nowPerfect title, really! And hilarious story too. And the zinnia. I want to adopt the zinnia:) Thanks for sharing!
Apuzzlingprince
Just nowI loved this fic from start to finish! I actually lol'd at several points, which is rare for me, so nice work!
ChaoticallyAwkward
Just nowGoodness I may just download this so I can read it again whenever. I absolutely loved this whole thing, and the zinnia reaper had me snickering like hell. I really want to draw the scene where Harry's holding it above the trash (though with my proficiency in procrastination who knows if that's gonna happen).Anyway, fantastic job. I'm actually a bit sad that it's not longer but at the same time it seems perfect the way it is. Definitely one of my favorite fics.
Clarisse (transnymphtaire)
Just nowThat poor mistreated zinnia, though I'm sure the reaper deserved to be dangled over the rubbish bin.The funerals were quite amusing, as were Borgin's try at matchmaking.I loved all of it.
Anonymous
Just nowI loved your story! Hoping to see further works from you!! <3
Anaelyssa
Just nowCute, well-written, and quite interesting.
Anonymous
Just nowThis is such a cute story :3Ah man I'm in love.
abluemountainashtardis
Just nowLoves it. Particularly loves Ginny picking him up and carrying him to a chair. So true. Can't even. Lol.
spicychaitea
Just nowthis was amazing, thank you for writing this story. I giggled so many times reading this. Thanks again!
You_Light_The_Sky
Just nowTHE FINISHED VERSION IS SO GOOD. I just love how you mix slice of life with politics and very very subtle romance. This feels natural, even if it's a silly fic, and the humour fits in smoothly too! My favourite scenes have to be the flower funerals... and Tom trying to subtly court Harry but failing hard. This was worth the wait, every word. It was wonderful and just engaging to read and I really like the ending.
Anonymous
Just nowI absolutely loved your story!
Interstellerace
Just nowThis is amazing, I need more of it.
Anonymous
Just nowYou're finally back!? You've been missed! I thought You had given up on writing since i hadn't seen anything new on "The train to nowhere" and "If them's rule" Which are both amazing pieces of work by the way. But after reading this Im just so pleased and fuzzy inside I cant even find it in myself to complain; you do have a life after all and I cant very well expect you to live on your laptop no matter how wonderful that idea sounds like in my head. Thanks for the new work, hope it has a sequel.
01asdf
Just nowLoved loved loved this story! Did I mention how much I loved this? It's so fluffy and adorable and I do hope there's a sequel sometime with Tom's attempt to become Minister.
WereBunny87
Just nowBahahaha i loved this so much!!!! Well done!!!
Anonymous
Just nowPlease..... please.... PLEASE write a sequel!!!!!!!!!!I LOVE THIS SO DAMN MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lither
Just nowThis was delightful!
anachromatism
Just nowThis made my day.Especially Tom and Harry's comments on Trump's--I mean Punnet's-- speech. I also liked how Tom and Harry's relationship developed over political discussions, what with Harry using prior knowledge to troll the crap out of Tom. I'm so happy to have come across this fic, so thank you so much for being an amazing author!
Fotty
Just nowGyaaaa this was so good! I especially liked how naturally it ended. I want more, but I also don't want more - you know?Kudos, infinate kudos!
Ouran1996
Just nowI really enjoyed this fic! Thank you for sharing it! Are you planning on writing a sequel?
lexel7
Just nowThis is precious (in a good way). I love all of it, but the reaper zinnia is the best of all.
betterlookingtwin
Just nowThis absolutely crazy concept is marvelous. Awesome idea. Harry and Tom and a flower shop. Like, you might be a genius.





