(Game Series # 10) Tali coursed through life with ease. Coming from a family full of lawyers, she knew that getting a job would not be a problem. Kailangan niya lang pumasa sa school at pumasa sa BAR exam. Madali lang naman iyon lalo na kung wala ka namang ibang iniisip kung hindi ang mag-aral. Hindi niya kailangang isipin kung may pambili ba siya ng libro o pambayad ng tuition. Life had been really good to her. But one night, she met this guy named Lui... She had heard stories about him, but has never really met him. And when she finally put a face to the name, that was when she understood the stories about him. Nakaka-baliw nga pala talaga iyong lalaki na iyon. There's just something about him that makes you want to say yes... So, she said yes. Yes to kissing him. Yes to making out with him. Yes to everything. Tali told herself that it was just for one night, but she found herself wanting for me despite all the protest of the people around her. She kept on convincing herself that he's not worth it... but she knew the moment his lips touched hers, it was already game over.

(Game Series # 4) Charisse Faith Viste believes in working hard. She does not believe in luck, only hard work. Bata pa lang siya, nasanay na siya na pinaghihirapan lahat ng meron siya. Being the only girl in a family full of guys, nasanay na siya na kung gusto niyang makuha, kailangan niyang pagtrabahuhan. And because of this, she grew up tough. She already accepted the fact that guys are just too intimidated to even give her a second glance. She'll always be too smart, too confident, too much for everyone. One day, she had this overwhelming feeling of sadness. She looked around and saw that everyone around her has someone by their side... Everyone has someone to embrace... Siya? Libro lang ang kayakap. She used to be fine with the idea of being alone... alone, not lonely. But not anymore. She needed someone to stop her from feeling so lonely.

To Kade Sanford Black, falling for his best friend Xanthie Lorenz, a serious and drop-dead handsome songwriter, was a line he did not want to cross. Knowing all too well the huge possibility of losing the only person who could see through him, he took a step back and put a distance to sustain their friendship - especially since Xanthie is soon to marry. Will Kade be able to hold back his feelings until he sees Xanthie married? Or will he finally have the courage to confess his feelings...and risk losing the only friend he has? WARNING: This story contains depictions of suicide, self-harm, and mental health crises that may be upsetting for some readers. Any depictions of mental health issues herein are not meant as a replacement for medical care. If you or someone you know deals with similar issues, they should seek the help of a medical professional. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know in the U.S. is contemplating suicide, please encourage them to call 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. For international resources, please visit: http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/international-suicide-hotline s.html CECELIB | C.C. Cover by Ren Tachibana

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Her name is Sophia. Ang bunso sa dalawang mag-kapatid. Sapilitan siyang ipinakasal ng kanyang mga magulang sa isang lalaking mag-sasalba sa kanilang kompanya. Si Devon. Ang lalaking matagal ng itinatangi ni Sophia. Pero anong klaseng buhay ang mararanasan niya sa isang taong galit at walang pagmamahal sa kanya. Hanggang saan ang pagmamahal ng isang Sophia. Makakaya ba niyang mag-patuloy kung pati mga magulang niya ay walang pagmamahal sa kanya? Tanging ang magiging anak na lamang ang kakampi niya. Pero kung pati ito ay mawala hanggang saan rin ba ang aabuting ng galit niya? Sabi nga nila, nasa huli ang pagsisisi. Makakaya pa bang baguhin ni Devon ang mga pangyayari kung sa pagbalik ng nakaraan ay may isang Kontesa na kayhirap abutin. Malayong malayo sa babaeng pinakasalan niya. Sino Si Countess Maristelle? Bakit nasa kanya ang mukha ng kanyang Sophia? Bakit langit at lupa ang kaibahan nito sa kanyang asawa?

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A woman with a substance like Harmony Eloise Travilla has everything she could ever wish for. But she lacks the most important aspect in reaching her lifelong dream. The Grand Rêve will shape her into the person she wishes to be. But it turned out that coming in there was a big blow. Will she just forfeit to call it even? Adding the perfect amount of patience, hard work, and perseverance to make her stay is up to Sean Jacob Gutiérrez. Wattys2020 Winner Under Romance Category Highest Rank Achieved: #8 battle

It was me who saved you. - Jose Carriel Villamonte IV Riel Villamonte was happened to be at the right place and at the right time that night. He saved a girl who supposed to end her life by jumping out of the cliff. After saving her, he never got the chance to see her face. 2 years later, in a very playful encounter he met a girl in the same place, without him knowing that it was the same girl he saved 2 years ago. Will they be able to find out that they already met each other years ago? Of all places, why are we end up here again? - Ada Alcantara

SIS (Social Issue Series) #5: Victim Blaming Why is talking about sex a taboo? What's wrong with sex? Sex is normal. Sex is fine. As long as it is consensual then all else is good. But someone being sexually open does not and will never equate to providing license for slut shaming or sexual harassment. Iris Everleigh is an all-around social media influencer. She isn't your typical dalagang Filipina. Her audacity and exceptionality are what set her apart from the rest. She enjoys things without giving a single fuck to whatever people has to say. Ace Frederick is the complete opposite. A primitive and vigilant guy. Never in his wildest dreams would he want to involve himself to someone who would just make his life complicated. His vision was simple: Be successful enough, get a decent woman to get married to, and start a family of his own. So what could happen if they stumble upon each other? A club probably? Where Ace was just supposed to attend his friend's bachelor party? But ended up crossing paths with the irresistible and drunk Iris? Will he be able to stand by his principles? Or would it be impossible to?

SIS (Social Issue Series) #2: Stereotyping Piercing, Tattoo, Dyed Hair. Usual indications of a badass. Kapag babae ka at meron ka nito ay malamang fuck girl, adik, slut, o wala ka raw patutunguhan sa buhay. Lia Kennedy grew up doing whatever she likes. Wala siyang nakitang rason para pigilan ang sarili sa kung ano man ang mga nakapagpapasaya sa kaniya. Ngunit nang mamulat ay nagising siya sa mapait na katotohanang hindi mo magagawa lahat ng gusto mo sa mundo. Madali para sa iba ang manghusga base lang sa kung ano ang nakikita nila sayo. Ridge Terrence is no exception. A serious guy who had things plan ahead for his life. He's one of those who believe that what you see is what you get. He gives no time for bullshits. As Lia gets stuck between being herself and changing to be accepted, she faced several conflicts in her teenage years that brought their fate together. Will it be a good thing? Or a bad thing? Started: April 15, 2020 Completed: April 26, 2020