𝗧𝗮𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 #𝟭 Some people drift into our lives like a whisper, soft and unassuming. That was how Arianne Valerio first saw Gian Chavez, until her friend began to tease her with his name and pull him into her days in ways she never expected. At first, she brushed it aside, but when chance kept bringing Gian back to her, what once seemed like coincidence began to feel like something more. With every encounter, every quiet moment, Arianne found herself noticing him in ways she never thought she would. As feelings slowly bloom, she wonders if she has the courage to embrace what her heart is telling her, or if her hesitation will keep her from reaching for love. Date started: June 1, 2023 Date finished: June 30, 2023 Revision date: August 16 to October 20, 2025 Book cover illustration by @Izzazazaie

𝗧𝗮𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 #𝟮 Julie Salazar never imagined someone like Phillip Chavez would truly notice her, but that never stopped her from admiring him. For most of high school, he was just a distant crush, someone she thought would always remain out of reach. Then senior year arrived, and Julie finally found a way to step into his world, drawing her closer to him than she ever dreamed. The real Phillip turned out to be even better than she imagined, which only made her feelings harder to ignore. Now, with her heart caught between hope and hesitation, Julie wonders if she is ready to risk the bond she is slowly building with him by finally telling him how she feels. Date started: March 25, 2025 Date finished: July 31, 2025 Book cover illustration by @Izzazazaie