She rolls her eyes when he smiles. He calls her wifey when she's mad. She says he's too messy, he says she gives him peace. They weren't supposed to meet. But she shows up to his games, and he always saves her a seat. On paper, they don't make sense. But maybe that's the point, does love ever have to?

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?

Starting off on the wrong foot, Malani Fabro unexpectedly falls for the student council president, Dominick Castellan. But when their blissful relationship is suddenly tainted by a misunderstanding, Malani finds herself torn between choosing her family or fighting for their love. *** Alone yet spirited, Emiliani Fabro endures living with her biological father for her mother's sake. As she struggles to navigate a course she finds uninteresting, she crosses paths with Dominick Castellan, the school's student council president. With their constant mishaps and misunderstandings, Malani never imagined that she might fall for someone like him. Despite his good looks and intelligence, something about his attitude irritates her. Nevertheless, their constant bickering and push-and-pulls eventually evolve into something more meaningful. However, when a tragedy strikes and threatens the love they are trying so hard to protect, Malani and Dominick's relationship is put to the test. Will they choose each other and fight for their love, or will they protect their families, even if it means breaking apart?

Feeling left out and unwanted, Lucas Galvez has always been an outsider within his biological family. However, when the competitive and high-maintenance Milana Alvarez enters his life, Lucas unexpectedly finds himself falling deeper than he should. *** As the adopted son of the Galvez, Lucas often feels like he doesn't belong. Despite being cared for by them, he yearns for something he can truly claim as his own. When he continuously meets the spoiled and competitive Milana Alvarez, Lucas' patience is put to the test. However, as time goes on, they unexpectedly resolve their differences and turn their relationship into something more. Just when they believe they can make it work, an unforeseen crisis tears them apart. With shattered hearts and broken trust, will Lucas and Milana simply accept their fate and move on? Or will they choose to fight against the odds and give their happily ever after another shot?

Always failing the question and answer portion, aspiring beauty queen Sunshine Gomez keeps losing in the pageants that she's been joining. Little does she know that a particular pageant will lead her to Cloud Galvez, the guy who eventually changes her whole life. *** Dreaming of a better life, Sunshine Gomez joins different pageants to reach her goals. Despite always falling short of winning the crown, she never gives up and continues to fight. However, when she unexpectedly crosses paths with UST Basketball Team Captain Cloud Galvez, Sunshine's world suddenly turns upside down. With her becoming Cloud's personal assistant, her time is divided, people assume she's his girlfriend, and her heart starts to feel things she shouldn't. As she keeps falling for Cloud and his charms, can Sunshine eventually find the love that she's been longing for? Or will misunderstandings drive them apart, eventually hurting them to the core? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Rich and popular, basketball player Seven Ortiz remains loyal to his first love despite not being chosen by her again and again. But after spending time with wild and carefree Thalia Galvez, Seven starts to wonder if opening his heart to someone new might not be a bad idea after all. *** Unwilling to move on from his first love, popular basketball player Seven Ortiz remains loyal and pursues her without receiving anything in return. Despite the constant rejections, he chooses to stay by her side no matter what. However, everything changes when he accidentally spends a wild night with Thalia Galvez, his best friend's youngest sister. With their constant bickering and bonding, Seven slowly opens up his heart to her. Now faced with their families' opposition and multiple problems thrown at them, can Seven and Thalia succeed and fight for their love all the way? Or will they succumb to the pressure, fail, and go astray? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Unloved and unappreciated by her own family, Letizia Vergara's life gets more complicated when she is arranged to marry the coldhearted Trevor Galvez. As her struggles intensify, Letizia starts to wonder whether her relationship with Trevor will improve her situation or only make them worse. *** Optimistic and kind-hearted, Letizia Vergara always gives her best in everything she does. By excelling in her studies and being a successful varsity player, she hopes that one day, her family can be proud of her. However, not only do they make her feel unloved and unappreciated, but they also force her to marry a stranger just to save their failing business. Facing this daunting reality, Letizia bravely navigates her new life with Trevor Galvez, the billionaire's coldhearted son. When fake feelings suddenly turn real, can Letizia finally get the love she's been yearning for? Or will their wrong choices and misunderstandings only break her heart once more? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

It's hard to dream when you have no inspiration. That's how Erika felt when she lost her parents. For her, everything seemed meaningless. She had no dreams, and she didn't know which way her life was headed. Then Scott came into her life-he taught her to love and to dream. What if the love they share slowly ruins them? Will she choose to stay or pursue something else? Pageant. Dreams. Comfort. Love

[ FORBIDDEN SERIES #1 | UNEDITED ] Paano ako lalaban kung sya mismo ang sumuko na? ★ Read first the DISCLAIMER before you proceed to read the other parts of the story. [ STORY RANKINGS ] #1 - forbidden series #1- taguannganak #1 - left out of 3.06k #1- gap out of 2.07k #2- engineering out of 5k #7- emotions out of 30.9k #8- hiding out of 4.88k #32- general fiction out of 20k #33- hurt-comfort out of 22.6k ---------------- •Photo credits to the rightful owner that I used for cover. ©' thedreamch4ser

Sollano Series #2: Fairah Chezian Sollano Fairah Chezian Sollano is used to getting what she wants. Bubbly, maldita, and spoiled to the core, she walks through life with her chin up and her heels higher. A future model in the making, she knows her worth, and isn't afraid to throw hands when needed. But her picture, perfect world takes a turn when a new classmate arrives. He's sarcastic, smug, and maddeningly good at pushing her buttons. From sly grins to teasing comments, he gets under her skin in ways she can't explain, especially when he catches her shaking in rage... and smiles. What starts as petty bickering soon blurs into something deeper, more dangerous. Because suddenly, it's not just her pride on the line, it's her heart. But when Fairah learns it was all just a game to him... she changes the rules. This time, she's not the girl being played. She's the one playing to win.