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WARNING: STORY CONTAINS SPOILER. Squad Series 1. High school things -first crush, first date and first love. They said, young love bound to be hurt. It can be dangerous. It can manipulate your mind. It can wreck you. Na kung minsan, ito ang klase ng pagmamahal na kahit masakit, babalik-balikan mo. A kind of love that could turn into a flame. Yung hindi mo kayang tupukin kahit ilang taon man ang lumipas. Kahit itago mo man at talikuran, nararamdaman mo pa rin. Yung kahit mamantal man, alam mong siya lang...at siya pa rin. For years, Karolyn Montano knew that you can't just fall in love with your friends. Friends are friends-they can't be your lover. Alam niyang 'di sila magtatagal kaya ayaw niyang subukan. Not until, Ferlan Dominggo did his best just to keep her and his love. He sacrificed everything kahit halos wala nang natira sa kaniya. How can she restrain herself from loving him? Ngayo'y alam niyang kayang ibigay ng binata ang lahat ng gusto niya. He loved her truly. And when their relationship flowered and take a new leaf, one did a mistake. There's a sudden flame that never goes out... until it burned them. Completed: September 29, 2020-November 7, 2020

After getting her heart ruthlessly broken, Leila believed that love is a murderer. She became as cold as ice and pushed everyone away. But now that Levi is trying to win her back, will Leila be able to keep her heart closed and old feelings buried? Or will she fall for him the second time around? *** Leila's world crashed when Levi broke up with her. She loved him dearly--even willing to throw away everything just to be with him. But with his departure, Leila had come to loathe him to bits. She has closed her heart and shut everyone out. Just when she thought that she has finally moved on, Levi comes back into her life. Despite her efforts of pushing him away, he still keeps on pursuing her everyday. With her heart now stone cold, will Levi be able to fight the odds and make Leila fall for him again? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Designed by Rayne Mariano

MONDEJAR SERIES 1 They are schoolmates in college. They treat each other as enemies but sometimes strangers. After they graduated, their paths never crossed again. What if one day they see each other again? In the most unexpected time? What if in just one day your life will changed? Will they handle destiny's trick? What if they'll end up with a broken heart? What if they won't find love in each others arms? But what if? What if the love that they never see in each other is been there all along? l i y a n g n e s s Started: January 10 2019 Ended: January 13 2020 Clerrise Roove Montillo Zackiro Aiko Mondejar Story

Dracey Anise Cordova is already living her life to the fullest after she experienced her first ever heartbreak. She maybe stopped studying, but she never stopped dreaming. She went back home to her hometown after several years that she didn't and guess what? Her original plan was just to give her gift to her nephew but right there and then, she met a stranger who rode her car after she left it unlocked. Damon Zamiel Montecarlo almost got everything. Money, looks, brain - name it, he have that except for one - a woman that will love him and that he will love unconditionally and it happened, he once rode a stranger's car because he thought that was his friend's girlfriend's car. *TAGALOG-ENGLISH STORY WARNING: Major typos ahead. Cover is not mine. Credits to the right owner. Started: June 20, 2020 Finished: August 22, 2020

Still haunted by her traumatic past, Kalisz Roman finds it hard to trust the people around her. But when her heart starts to beat for someone she just met, can she finally overcome her fears and start anew? *** Running away from her traumatic past, Kalisz Roman tries her best to live normally by working as an editor. She often secludes herself and dresses up like a grandma to take away others' attention. But when the need to leave the place she's staying in arises, Kalisz contacts her friend, who offers her a place to live. There, she meets Kronack Crown, the guy who suddenly makes her heart beat fast. Kalisz knows she's not supposed to fall for him, let alone trust him, but she keeps finding herself drawn to him. When she thinks she's finally living happily, her past suddenly crawls back, scaring her to the core. Afraid to trust again, can Kalisz finally choose to face her fears and fight the demons clouding her thoughts? Or will she leave everything behind again and hide, even if it means breaking her heart? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

2021 Wattys Awards Shortlist Ruthless Billionaire Series 2: "I've searched for freedom... but I found you instead." The undying desire for freedom drove Aria to fly to Paris, France to meet her long time secret boyfriend. The city that supposed to bring her happiness only gave her a broken heart in return. Never did she knew how a single night at the formal auction event will change her life when a handsome billionaire, Alexus, meddled with the auction and her feelings. Can she be able to love again after getting her heart broken? Or ignore the handsome man waiting at her fingertips? Language Used: Filipino Status: COMPLETED #1 - Free #1 - Goodbye

Aisleen has lived her life to the fullest. She has always been the life of the party until an accident turns her supposed bright life dark. Struggling with the new life that she has now, will Aisleen be willing to take the risk even if her love is indeed blind? *** Twenty-year-old Aisleen Echavez has it all--the looks, the fortune and the fame. She would always be the center of attention and a lot of people would be jealous of what she has. But when an unexpected scenario makes her blind and takes away the brightness from her life, what was once the "perfect" life has started to crumble down. With her life now pitch dark, will Aisleen be brave enough to fight through the odds and fall in love? Or will she choose to stay confined in the darkness that's starting to fill up her empty heart? *** Stars Swimlane - December 2020 Editor's Pick - December 2021 *** PUBLISHED UNDER POP FICTION

Cold and Fearless. Dave Trevohr Montello is every woman's dream- a man with a dangerously handsome face, piercing blue eyes that can captivate and chill you at the same time, and a presence that commands attention. But behind his cold exterior lies a shattered heart, broken by the one woman he gave his all to. She left him without an explanation, turning his once soft heart into stone. Now, years later, she's back- but not as the person he once knew. With a new name, a new personality, and secrets she's determined to keep, she's ready to face the man she left behind. Will Dave give her a second chance, or will the pain of their past be too much to overcome? In a battle between love and betrayal, hearts will be tested, truths will be revealed, and their fates will collide once more. Sometimes, the greatest love stories are the ones that leave scars. - A/n: Grammatical errors and typos ahead. I'm too lazy to edit them so, please just bear with it, hehe.

Smart, Beautiful, and Ambitious Frances Gabriella Alcantara sets out an adventure of her life at the time her father disowned her when he had enough of her reckless actions. Far away from her previous life, She let herself cage in the darkness of her past. A 23-year-old woman carrying a burden of the tragedy of her mistakes. A tragedy that took her away from her family since her mother died. In her mind, she puts down all her dreamt of fantasy and settle in only one goal. Graduate. Even so, she thought, she had no idea she desires too much for the love and affection when she got a taste of Affliction And I'm not the Captain of Pheonix for nothing. I will never be satisfied with just a taste. I want more. I crave for more...

#COMPLETED [UNEDITED] R18|ROMANCE|DRAMA|MATURECONTENT Azaia De Castro concealed a secret agony beneath her glamorous facade-she was trapped in a loveless marriage that bound her in chains of despair. Powerless to escape the clutches of her oppressive husband, Azaia harbored a silent prayer for freedom, yearning for someone to rescue her from the depths of her unhappiness. She then met Xenoah Manzato, an enigmatic figure whose motives remain shrouded in mystery. As their paths entwined, Azaia discovered an unexpected refuge in Xenoah's presence. With him, she found solace, security, and a breath of fresh air amidst the stifling constraints of her marriage. Yet, as their connection deepened, Azaia grappled with a moral dilemma. She remained bound by the chains of her marriage, unsure of how to sever ties with her husband and embrace the newfound freedom she craved. Caught between loyalty and desire, will she find the courage to follow her heart, or will the shackles of her past continue to imprison her? S: 08/21/20 E: 09/28/20

#StanfieldBook2: ZekeSteele (#Wattys2016Winner Collector's Edition) "I've made mistakes out of my rebellion. But I embrace them because they made me who I am and what I am now. I found a brother, people I can trust, and a girl who meant the world to me... And I fell in love. I thought I don't deserve her love because I have always blamed myself for her brother's death. And she hated me for the past. We suppressed the feelings we had for each other, and buried them for so long. But it was a rebellious love. We couldn't fight it. We're weak against each other, and the only way to win was to lose." Disclaimer: The story is written in Filipino/Tagalog. _________________________ Started: June 2015 Ended: February 2016 AyamiLu © Copyright 2015-2016 All rights reserved.

Heated Deceptions: A Collaboration Novel written by heartlessnostalgia and HiroYuu101 How far would you go for the man you love to love you back? For Rylee, she would do anything--even lie about a pregnancy--for North Alvarado. *** Rylee Addison Sandoval's longtime crush on her brother's best friend, North Alvarado, isn't a secret. It's as embarrassing as they come, even pretending to get lost around the college department just to catch a glimpse of him. Everyone thinks it's unrequited, even Rylee herself, but one drunk night with North changes it all. Grabbing an opportunity to have him forever, Rylee tells everyone she's pregnant with his baby. North is willing to take responsibility for her and the child, but one problem: there is no child. How long can Rylee's deception last until North finally discovers the truth? And will love be enough for him to forgive her...or not? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Regina Dionela

Regan Cordova yearns to taste true freedom. So when an opportunity to be independent arrives, he takes it without any second thoughts. With a clear goal in mind, he's ready to prove that he's not just a mere shadow following his parents' footsteps. But because of a single mishap, a fire that he thought had burned out long ago starts to blaze stronger than before. Treyton Franco, with his unruly wild hair and lethal eyes, cannonballs back into his life and messes him up big time. The two share an unwanted past and to exact revenge, Treyton uses it to make Regan's world a living hell. But how did love flourish amidst hate and relentless rage? After everything Regan has gone through, why does his heart still beat for the person he can't pursue? And when he's being chased by the man who brought him pain, will he still allow himself to be drawn to his flame?

[Published Under LIB x ��������] Peñablanca Series 1: Brave Hearts "Fragile but brave..." Amalia Argueles has adored the charming basketball captain Atlas Montezides for years. When he finally looks her way and shows her that love isn't all rainbows and butterflies, can her young, fragile heart be brave enough to take it? *** Amalia Argueles' heart was born weak. She considered waking up every day--even with her illness--a blessing, and Atlas Montezides shows her how much of a blessing life can really be with his love. But when that love risks her health, can Lia find it in herself to leave so she can live? Or can she risk her heart once more and be brave when she meets him again years later? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

WHAT if... YOUR freedom was suddenly taken away from you? What if... You were just a sacrificial lamb to make someone successful? Will you fight for your rights, knowing that it'll be too risky? Or will you let yourself be trapped and never taste freedom again? ZYTHAMEA was sold to be a slave of someone wicked. A heinous business tycoon that dominates the business empire in his time. As days passes by, her supposed to be boss became more ruthless and lewd towards her, hurting her as if it satisfies all his evilness and manly needs. She's too tired of almost everything. But will she endure the pain? Or will she just run away from the ruthless billionaire, she now accidentally learned to love? "It's like an ABSOLUTE OBSESSION, the more it hurts, the more you crave for it..."

When a scarred young woman finds hope in the warmth of a man who sees beyond her scars, she begins to reclaim her spark-until fate tears them apart. Now, she must choose between embracing the solace within the darkness or chasing the gleam that once led her home-but now threatens to burn her even more. *** Deprived of guidance and support from her parents, Canary Paige Costales stumbled her way through life, barely able to sustain her faint light. But just when her world seemed to be collapsing around her, fate led her to Gideon Yves Alcaranze-a man who became her glimmer of hope and a radiance of warmth. For the first time, she believed she had found her path-a road lit with comfort and love. Yet, just like the stars, some lights were never meant to shine forever. As her spark finally ignited, the gleam that once guided her slowly withered. Darkness crept back in, yearning to consume her once more. But how will she find her way out? Will she even try to escape, or will she let herself succumb? And if she dares to chase the gleam that leads back to him... Will he still be waiting? **** [PRISM SERIES #1] Genre: General Fiction Status: Ongoing Book illustration by Souriah Arts

[COMPLETED / UNDER REVISION] 1st Installment of The Infidus Duology ----- • The Wattys 2020 Winner under New Adult category • Under RomancePH's Romantic Bliss reading list ----- Twice burned, Nausicaa is wary of love. But Zachary's persistence convinces her to take a chance. Can they keep the spark alive amidst college life's challenges . . . or will they let that spark fade away? Nausicaa Renae Gomez thought she had it all--a first love that felt like forever, a boyfriend who cherished her, and a future full of promise. But when Xander's betrayal shattered her world, Nausicaa vowed to never again fall prey to cheaters. But fate, as it often does, had other ideas. The unexpected Zachary Lozano enters Nausicaa's life and puts her defenses to test. With his piercing gaze and gentle touch, he awakens feelings she thought were long buried. But can she break free from the chains of her past, or will they forever hold her back? Through heartbreak and redemption, Nausicaa embarks on a journey to illuminate the darkest corners of her soul. Will she find the courage to rekindle the spark of love, or let it fade into darkness? Started: September 23, 2018 Ended: December 28, 2019 Revision: November 1, 2024 Cover designed by yours truly. Language: Filipino - English

STATUS: COMPLETED [ISLA GRANDE SERIES #01] Four years after the tyranny happened in Lourense's life, she finally got out of her comfort zone. Vhanne Lhourense's life as a college student was turned upside down when she decided to grab the opportunity of having a scholarship and transfer to a well-known college in Isla Grande. After the long year she had mourned, she finally got the news about the car that had crashed into her parents'. While she seeks justice for her deceased parents, she discovers some secrets within Sierra Leona Colleges, the school where the children of wealthy and privileged families attend. A hell school, concealed as heaven. It holds a much more dangerous truth behind its metal doors and high walls. Violence led by the group of spoiled brats from school puts Lhourense and her new friend face to-face with life. As she struggles to lift the dark curtain and ensure justice, her emotions will get in the way and her heart will be turned upside down. The winds of youth will blow so hard and so intense that nothing at Sierra Leona Colleges will ever be the same. But despite all the tyranny she experienced, will she be able to love the man who is connected to someone who ruined her life? What if she falls in love with someone already but the person who left her comes back to win her again, who will she choose? Is she willing to give Ryler a chance or choose Yuan to continue their unfinished story? If the adage "first love never dies" were true, why would she fall for someone she has never loved before?

Khyl, born into poverty but gifted with brilliance and an unwavering will, lived by her ideals. Success was her only goal-not for herself, but for those she loved. There was no room for romance in her life. She couldn't afford the distraction. But fate had other plans. When Aki, the grandson of her parents' wealthy employer, arrived in her quiet corner of the world, he slipped effortlessly into her life. He was everything she wasn't-privileged, untouchable, unattainable. Khyl had no interest in him, yet Aki persisted. Slowly, he broke through her walls, dismantling every defense she'd carefully built. Against all odds, she fell. For a fleeting moment, everything felt perfect. Then it all unraveled. Betrayal struck like a knife to the heart. Her father was accused of betraying the family they served, and Khyl's world began to spiral. Secrets long buried surfaced-ones she was powerless to contain. The truth her parents had hidden shattered the illusion of her perfect home. Now, all Khyl has left is pain... and questions without answers. Can she survive the weight of her family's sins? When guilt and rage threaten to consume her, will she still be capable of love? Or, when the scars cut too deep, will she surrender to the darkness?

❝ If I could only control time, I will go back to the moment when we first met. Not to change anything, but to experience it all over again.❞ What if, nalaman ko noon pa? What if, nabigyan kita ng chance noon pa? What if, andito ka pa ngayon at hindi pa huli ang lahat? Puro what if, puno ng pagsisisi sa huli. Sino ba dapat ang sisihin? Ang puso na naging manhid? Ako na bumalewala? O ang oras na tumatakbo? NOTE: I wrote this way back in highschool (2014). I wrote this based from my personal experience with someone but the end part is purely fictional. After a few years, that someone from this story passed away way back in 2020. May his beautiful be resting peacefully somewhere 🤍 Type: A Novelette Portrayors: yoonaxluhan Status: COMPLETED Genre: Romance-Teenfiction-Tragedy Copyrights 2015 --- According to the readers: "...Grabe nakakaiyak po. Pangalawang basa ko na to "...nakakaiyak po. A former one shot story but extended later on as a novelette. This novelette consists of 10 chapters wherein each chapter only contains short but precise words. Most Outstanding Rank #6 young adult (11/15/18) #114 Luhan #79 oneshotstory (09/08/18) #57 oneshotstory (09/10/18) #67 sad story (11/09/18) #10 sad ending (11/17/18)