NOT A COINCIDENCE Belle Isandrina Lacasandile was in a race against time, desperately trying to get back to her university for a dreaded Inorganic Chemistry exam. After running an errand for a friend from another school, she found herself stranded, with no hope of finding a cab. Panic set in as she feared being late and having to take an even more difficult make-up test. Just as her anxiety peaked, the famous UP Maroon basketball star, Juan Gomez de Liaño, appeared and offered her a ride, saving the day. What started as a simple favor soon grew into an unexpected connection-ice cream dates, spontaneous afternoon hangouts, and an undeniable spark that everyone around them noticed. Their chemistry felt like something out of a movie. But Belle believed their meeting was merely a blessing in disguise, a chance occurrence without deeper meaning. As someone who spent countless hours in biochemistry labs, proving theories with hard evidence, she didn't believe in love born from a random encounter. Was it really just a coincidence? Or could it be something more-science, fate, and destiny intertwined?

University Series #2 Hiro, a student pilot from DLSU, was very clear with his number one goal in life. It was to study in the best flying school in Florida. However, he agreed to have a no strings attached relationship with Yanna from FEU Tourism, the woman who cannot be tamed with her sexcapades.

Determined to find his long-lost sister, Rage Crown believes he doesn't have time for love. But when he unexpectedly falls for his best friend's little sister, can he be brave enough to face the consequences and defy the odds? *** Rage Crown knows falling for his best friend's sister is against the rules. With him busy looking for his long-lost sister and working on his company, he is certain he can do it. But when he meets Auri, his best friend's cute and adorable little sister, Rage begins to doubt his resolve. No matter how hard he tries to keep his distance, he always finds himself drawn to her. To give his feelings for Auri a shot, Rage musters up his courage and faces the consequences of breaking the club's rule. But just when he thinks he can finally be with Auri, a sudden twist of fate and a haunting past try to tear them apart. With the numerous problems coming their way, can their love withstand the odds? Or will they have to sacrifice their feelings to protect the people they love? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

UNIVERSITY SERIES #5. Ever since they were kids, Avianna Diaz from UST Architecture and Larkin Sanchez from UP Film were inseparable, not until Larkin's fame grew over time, and they suddenly found themselves taking different roads at the same time.

Decided to help get justice for his twin brother's wife, falling for an accomplice is the last thing on Ruckus Crown's mind. But with the unexplainable interest he feels for her, Ruckus unexpectedly breaks all his rules-even if it means hurting the people around him, too. *** For Ruckus Crown, people in their underground prison do not deserve care and attention. They are prisoners who have committed hideous crimes, making them unfit for a decent life. However, Ruckus finds himself drawn to Sunset, a mafia boss' accomplice in the case of his twin brother's wife. He knows he should keep his distance from Sunset, but he just finds himself wanting to be near her, eager to know her more. With a chance for freedom, Sunset agrees to deal with Ruckus' parents behind his back. Little does she know that her choices will eventually lead her back to him. With her doubts about men and commitments and him possibly breaking the rules, can Ruckus and Sunset find a happy ending to their love story? Or will their doubts and the surrounding threats ultimately tear them apart?

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