They said marriage would be beautiful-and it is. But behind every gentle smile and shared ritual lies the unspoken truth: love is tested most after the vows. This is the story of two hearts learning that forever isn't effortless. It demands grace in misunderstanding, patience through silence, and courage in the face of hardship. In the quiet trials that no one sees, they ask themselves-can we stay, even when staying is the hardest thing to do? Tamaro💑Akiro

Tamaro Saito, a soft-spoken teen from Cebu, never dreamed of becoming an idol. But when fate throws him into the intense world of P-pop, he finds himself training alongside six strangers, grappling with fame, and discovering unexpected feelings for his shy bandmate, Akiro. As secrets unfold and the pressure to debut rises, Tamaro must navigate friendship, heartbreak, and self-discovery in a world that demands perfection. A coming-of-age story about chasing dreams, finding love in the quietest places-and learning when to cry, even if it's only to the moon.

In a quiet provincial town, Taehyung works as the head chef in one of its oldest hotels-a place rich with stories and secrets. After discovering his boyfriend's betrayal, Taehyung snaps and decides revenge is best served with a splash of vandalism. His target? His ex's beloved car. His mistake? It wasn't his ex's car. The real owner turns out to be Jungkook-a meticulous eater with a temper to match, and, fatefully, the new owner of the hotel Taehyung calls home. Their first encounter is anything but pleasant: sparks fly, insults are exchanged, and culinary knives might as well have been drawn. But now, with his job on the line and his pride already bruised... what happens when Taehyung realizes he's crossed wires-and hearts-with his new boss?

💘 Disclaimer This short story is spun from the threads of fiction-woven with feelings too tender to be true. Read at your own risk, especially if your heart has ever whispered what if...