An anthology book that gathers a collection of one-shot stories-

In the ruthless world of Manila's corporate elite, power is everything-and love is a liability. Celeste Almario (Dawn Zulueta) is elegance, ambition, and ice wrapped in pearls-CEO of her family's legacy empire. Adrian Velasco (Richard Gomez) is a self-made billionaire with blood on his hands and revenge in his veins. Once lovers, now enemies, their names headline the city's most anticipated corporate war. But behind every strategic move and icy glare is a past neither of them can bury... and a passion that refuses to die. In a world where loyalty is currency and betrayal is survival, how far can you go before crossing the line?

A story about unspoken wounds, unexpected attachments, and the heartbreak of almost.

Patricia Kyla Lopez, the free bird still flying with her cage, found a new place, new people, a new home. Iyon ang pinili nyang pagkatapos umalis ng best friend nya papuntang ibang bansa. Malungkot, naghihinayang, at may pagsisisi. Ngunit sa kanyang paglalakbay, Ray Dark Martinez, isang lokal na lalaki na puno ng ambisyon. He introduced her to the world she hadn't into. Nang makilala nya ang binata, gumaan ang lahat ng pinapasan niya. Ngunit sa kabila ng lahat, hindi na niya kayang maniwala sa pagmamahal.

Cyra Elise Borja, a florist and a café owner--the things she planned out instead of choosing a degree that her mother wanted her to become. It is pride and resilience for her, to show to her family that even in her life choices, she can still stand on her own. Pero bakit tila hindi parin masaya si Cyra sa mga nangyayari sa buhay niya pagkatapos nya piliin ang kaligayahang hinahangad nya? Chrysander Santos is a single father of his one and only daughter, Cielle. As his daughter role model, Chrys is much careful with his behavior after his wife, Rory, left their family picture an exchange of career. On his exploration, He met Cyra. But what if, despite their love, someone from the past returns?

Once the country's most beloved love team, Richard and Dawn built separate lives after walking away from their real-life romance. Now in late forties, both are healing from heartbreak and searching for meaning in midlife solitude. When fate (and an algorithm) brings them together on a dating app, old sparks flicker amidst new wounds. Is it ever too late for a second chance?

Their love endures through the ups and downs of life, like a strong thread woven into the fabric of time. Each happy and sad moment adds to their shared story, echoing through the years. Their connection creates a quiet harmony, reminding them of what could have been. Despite life's challenges, their love stands strong, offering hope and strength.

When one's nearly perfect relationship has ended for such a multitude of reasons, most people have question: What more should they be doing with their lives now? One should realize that it's never too late for anything. Should never be too late to make a change, a difference. Never too late to pursue your dreams. Never too late to mend all the wounds, for new beginnings, and to love again. Note: CharDawn Fanfiction❗️

Because of Richard's wrong decision, his relationship with Dawn comes to an end. After they had spent the past eight years living away from each other, destiny made its way for them to meet again. Is it because love is sweeter the second time around? Let us witness another great love story of Richard Gomez and Dawn Zulueta. Note: CharDawn Fanfiction ❗️ Disclaimer: Most chapters of this story were written by my best friend/sister, who is fluent in Tagalog/Filipino. All credits go to her for the depth and authenticity of the language used.