One Shot
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Photograph  by cynnix_writes
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Synopsis: "I Will Keep This Love in a Photograph" is a heart-wrenching one-shot story of unspoken love, quiet sacrifices, and letting go. Kathriece has been in love with her childhood best friend, Slayde, for as long as she can remember. But her love remains unconfessed, hidden behind smiles and unwavering support, as Slayde falls for her other best friend, Shaniah. When Slayde asks Kath to be a bridesmaid at their wedding, she says yes, despite the silent pain tugging at her heart. On the day of the wedding, Kath finds herself drifting into memories of promises made and a friendship she thought would last forever. As she watches the man she loves marry someone else, she realizes the depth of her sacrifice. Alone by the shore, with only an old photograph and a song playing in her ears, Kath finally lets go, not because she stopped loving him, but because she loves him enough to want his happiness, even if it's not with her. This emotional tale is a tender reminder that sometimes, the most genuine kind of love is the one that sets the other free.
Maybe Next Time  by cynnix_writes
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Dr. Kio is a compassionate doctor who has been treating Alleah Fernandez, a young woman suffering from congenital heart disease. As their relationship deepens, Alleah, who has already lost her father and is emotionally distant from her mother, begins to long for love and fulfillment. She shares her bucket list with Dr. Kio, and he helps her complete each item, secretly falling in love with her along the way. On her 20th birthday, Dr. Kio gives Alleah a silver necklace shaped like a heartbeat, a symbol of his unspoken love for her. As Alleah's condition worsens, she finally confesses her feelings for Dr. Kio, expressing her love before her time runs out. In her final moments, Alleah dies in Dr. Kio's arms, leaving him with a mix of love, loss, and sorrow. Her passing marks a heartbreaking end to their story, but Dr. Kio carries her memory with him forever.
Lost Connection  by cynnix_writes
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Synopsis: Aya recalls her childhood best friend, Jelo, whom she met after transferring to a new school. They quickly became inseparable, playing together, sharing memories, and even partnering in a school event. But when her family moved away without warning, their bond was broken, leaving Aya with no chance to say goodbye. Nine years later, Aya unexpectedly crosses paths with Jelo again. Though he's changed, the old feelings flood back. She watches him from a distance, unsure if he remembers her, but hesitates to approach. Despite searching for him online and trying to reconnect through mutual friends, she finds no trace of him. With no way to rekindle their lost friendship, Aya reflects on how Jelo was not just a childhood friend, but also her first crush. The memories they created together will forever stay with her, even though the connection they once had may never be restored.