Almost was never enough. The most is where it all lies; the second is no different from losers. If you want to be chosen, be the best among the options-a sweet rule to every test, a bitter reality Eiah was raised in. She gives everything a hard try, even though she can't grasp it all just right. Maybe she was chasing the wrong things. Maybe she needs to work harder. Maybe she's really... almost there. Whatever it is, she's determined to prove her father she's worthy of her name-but heck, not to the point of marriage! That's why, when he demanded that she get engaged while still in college, she had to 'call a friend', Chase, an accounting junior who has kissed girls everywhere. They had to level up their call sign. From bes to babe, will fake couple rings work? Or was it, again, just another almost? Almost the right move; apparently not the best. Maybe they should've just sat with their friendship bracelets rather than become almost too-almost what they aren't meant to be, almost everything they could no longer be.

Kareena Maya Valentin is the living karma, good or bad that's up to you. She's a golden girl, the university's pride in archery and creative writing. But where there's a gem, there's a warning. She's a player: master of games, best with boys. No one tells tales about her, no traces in the pavement-just black kissmarks where she clocked men. Lips could only suspect she's an undercover Cupid, she shoots an arrow and makes you fall before you realize it was poisoned. Karma never missed her aim. But what happens if her next target is the campus's notorious heartbreaker? Ellison Andres Suarez doesn't believe in commitment, but he's a renowned flirt, a player in her league, definitely a bad card to deal with. But if there are two players in every game, there is always good and bad. Good players try to lose bad cards to win. But bad players? They take all means to win, even with the bad cards. The stakes are high, it's gold on the line, all she has to do is make him cry. Now that bad meets bad, who's playing whom? Will Karma hit bullseye? Or will she be the one Elias plays this time? You bet on it.

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Liz strongly believed in preserving herself for her future husband - until she met the boy who made her fall in love. That's when she realized, it wasn't about being married, but about being ready for the man she chose to give herself to. ** Para sa taong-bahay na si Liz, madali lang para sa kanya ang manghusga-lalo na pagdating sa mga lalaki. May pusong bato si Elizabeth. Kaya imbes na mastress ang Lola niya sa kakapigil sa pagboboyfriend, siya pa tuloy ang nasstress dahil ni isang jowa, wala pang nadala si Liz sa bahay nila! Nicolas Arkelius Alejo is the infamous bad boy of their province. Pero maliban doon, kilala rin siya bilang panganay ng prominenteng pamilya sa Monte Claro. He's got the looks, the charm, and the confidence girls easily fall for. Marunong makipag-usap, makisama, at lalong-lalo na pagdating sa negosyo. But Liz isn't impressed by things like that. Para sa kanya, ang mga gaya ni Nicolas ay hindi marunong magseryoso sa isang relasyon. Kaya ano ngayon kung gwapo siya? But Nicolas is the type who never gives up when he falls for a girl. He's the kind to wait-patiently, quietly, persistently. Determinado siyang palambutin ang puso ni Liz, kahit ilang taon pa ang abutin. Liz gave him her conditions-and he gladly accepted them. To never let go. To fight for each other, no matter what. Nicolas Arkelius Alejo is the kind of man who stands by his word. When he said he'd protect her no matter what, he meant it. Even if it means hurting someone. Even if it means killing for love. HeyBeyaaah

Bianca was raised to never disobey - to follow her aunt's every word and to wait for love until college is over. But her deep admiration for Ismael is a temptation she can't resist, even if it means disobeying for the first time in her life. ** Tatlong lugar lang ang madalas puntahan ni Bianca - eskwelahan, bahay, at simbahan. In school, she learns. At home, she rests and feels safe. But the church... that's where she gets to see Ismael - the sacristan she secretly adores so badly. Ismael Aurelius Alejo is Monte Claro's pure boy - kind, innocent, angel-like. Or so everyone believes. But when Bianca catches him breaking the image he's worked so hard to keep, she learns the truth. Ismael is not as innocent as he seems. And the more she uncovers, the more she's drawn to him - even if it means betraying her aunt's trust. Bawat sandali, bawat lihim na pagtatagpo, bawat tahimik na away na walang ibang nakakaalam - Bianca just can't let him go. She knows this love can't last. And when she finally does, it's too late. His feelings have gone beyond control. Now it's him who can't forget every moment they shared together. Ismael Aurelius Alejo is the boy who fights for love. And this time, he's ready to break every rule to keep her. This story is written in Tagalog and English. HeyBeyaaah

Mafia Underboss Series 3 [BxB, R-18] Helpless, tortured, and being dumped, one night in the amidst of shaking ship, defeaning sound bullets, Finn encountered Desmond. The person who saved him from chaotic and cruel life. The person who makes him believe that there's still a hope for his messed life. WARNING: Contains strong language and mature scenes. DISCLAIMER: This is written in Taglish. *The photo used on the book cover is not mine. Credits to the rightful owner.

Mafia Underboss Series 4 𝙋𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙙 𝙐𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙄𝙢𝙢𝙖𝙘 [BxB, R-18] A man who's full of himself, Colt Pauling met Johan, who discreetly desires a man who lacks of love and afflection, a baby bastard who loves Colt's attention. WARNING: Contains strong language and mature scenes. DISCLAIMER: This is written in Taglish. *The photo used on the book cover is not mine. Credits to the rightful owner.

A COLLABORATION PROJECT -MsButterfly (Gabrielle Yana Concepcion) -Kuya_Soju (JL Rabaria) -Maxinejiji (Maxine Lat) D I A B L O: Scent of a Murderer

A collaboration project: D I A B L O: Behind The Cursed Ruins by MsButterfly D I A B L O: Scent of a Murderer by Kuya_Soju D I A B L O: Sound of Danger by Maxinejiji

This work of fiction may include potentially disturbing readings, scenes and discussions around topics such as self-harm, physical violence, emotionally triggering materials, death and suicide. Please engage in self-care as you read this work. Names, characters, business, events and incidents are the products of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Follow us on Twitter: @diablostory #DIABLOWattpadStory Writers: Gabrielle Yana Concepcion (MsButterfly) JL Rabaria (SOJU) Maxine Lat (maxinelat)