Vanity refers to an excessive or irrational belief in one's own abilities or attractiveness. | Seven Deadly Sins Present ------------------------- This story is not thoroughly edited so expect typographical errors and grammatical lapses at some point when reading this work. This story is not for meticulous person but if you want to check this out, be my guest. Enjoy reading. :)) Copyright ©️ 2024, C.F. All rights reserved

Kaelion Vreese "Vree" Castellano is the openly gay SSG President, whose world is a masterpiece of elegance and absolute shimmer. His heart, reserved exclusively for men, is governed by one sacred rule: No chaos, especially from girls. Liana Soleil "Lia" Vance, the messy, chlorine-scented Sports Captain is his greatest enemy and the walking violation of his order. But when a moment of trauma triggers a terrifying, possessive rage in Vree, his perfect world collapses. The heart that only beat for boys now races uncontrollably for her. He risked his identity, shattered his rules, and cried tears of jealousy for the girl he hated. Is Kaelion Vreese's identity as fixed as his perfect order? What happens when the ultimate imperfection is the only thing that can truly make him shimmer? First Book of Vexera Series. Dual Point of View.

When you finally reach adulthood, you start trying bad things like love or cigarettes. Sometimes you even want them both. [Written in Tagalog-English]

ATYPICAL LOVE 1 Mahal ni Alaina si Joaquin, higit pa sa ilang taon nilang pagkakaibigan. Matagal na syang may lihim na pagtingin dito, pero ni minsan ay hindi nya inisip na magtapat. Natatakot na masira ang kung ano mang mayroon sila. Pero paano kung isang araw aminin nito sakanya ang pinakatatagong lihim nito? Na isa syang sirena, at hindi shokoy?! Pero paano nalang din kung magising nalang si Alaina sa hubo't hubad na katotohanang sinisid sya ng shokoy-este sirena nyang bff?! Paano na ngayon ang friendship nila? Friendship over na ba o... something more na? Would they withstand the storms of desires, winds of doubts, and fight against the tests of times? And come to realize that this is far from the gentle truth they expect it to be?

When Royse's parents died, all the responsibilities for his siblings and their business were left to him. He never had the chance to mourn their deaths because he needed to remain strong. Pain turned him into the coldest person anyone could meet. For so long, he never thought of marriage because he always prioritized the responsibilities he had for his siblings and their business, until his grandfather offered him marriage. He doesn't even know how many times he rejected the offer, but he was finally convinced after his youngest sister talked to him. Samara, on the other hand, didn't want to get married yet either, but she didn't have a choice when her beloved parents pleaded with her. As the two live in the same house and begin to get to know each other, Samara slowly discovers the pain behind Royse's cold personality. Things become difficult for both of them as they venture into married life, but little did Samara know, Royse had made a deal with his grandfather that if the marriage didn't work, he would file for divorce. Whether Samara liked it or not. Started: 05/19/2023 Ended: 07/08/2023

Petianna Bami Velasco grew up poor, learning to work hard to help her parents provide for her and her siblings. Her life changes when she is taken in by the wealthy Ladesma family, a world of luxury and opportunity she never imagined. Amid this new life, she meets Koen Ladesma, the youngest son, whose warmth and charm slowly capture her heart. As Petianna navigates her new surroundings, she discovers that love can blossom in the most unexpected places. Date: Dec. 14, 2020 - March 24, 2021 Published in 2024 under Grenierielly Publishing (first edition)

Nicole is a proud and loud transwoman-confident, fabulous, and unapologetically herself. Adored in the world of fashion, she's the genius behind designs that celebrities line up for, creations praised for their elegance and brilliance. Almost perfect, just like her. Pero sa likod ng glamour at applause, kilala rin siya bilang sobrang maldita. Mainitin ang ulo, matalim ang dila, at parang laging galit sa mundo. But what if someone comes along who can endure all her attitude, all her fire, and still choose to stay? Possible kaya na may tatagal sa kanya-at kayang mahalin siya nang buo?

La Casa de Zenesis #1 (R21) Contessa Ziana Zorron has always lived under her family's shadow. As the daughter of a powerful resort magnate, her future is never hers to choose. When she meets the governor's son, whose charm masks blood and betrayal, her world begins to shatter. In a world ruled by power and resentment, can they fight for a love that frees them from the fabricated desires that have held them captive? Started: January 1, 2025 Ended: December 5, 2025 *** This book delves into themes of dark romance that may be uncomfortable for some readers. Reader discretion is strongly advised. Also, note that the views and opinions expressed by the characters do not reflect those of the author. This story is a work of fiction meant for mature audiences. Do not distribute, publish, transmit, modify, display, or create derivative works from or exploit the contents of this story in any way.

FICTITIOUS PSYCHOLOGY SERIES #4: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder *** After a tragic event in her life, Zethria Luz Cruz was diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) when she was ten. For almost twenty-five years of her life, she couldn't remember how was it like to live without her disorder. She got used to herself washing her hands multiple times until it almost bled, checking the door lock if it's really lock even though she knows she locked it in the first place, or edging away from a pile of dirty clothes as if it would swallow her whole. Zethria underwent therapies and medications to control her obsessive compulsions and tried to live her life like normal people do. She couldn't talk about her disorder outside the therapy room for OCD was not socially accepted and the society was too busy to lend an ear to hear about any kind of mental illness. However, no matter how hard she try, the past wouldn't let her to move forward. The wounds and traumas haunted her present and healing process in the most unexpected and painful way. One day, Zethria found herself drowned with her own thoughts and suffocated with her fears. Her life would turn up side down and down and down. Would she still be able to regain herself?

Hinalikan si Luu ng bestfriend niyang si Lana nung college palang sila. Just to shoo Lana's unwanted suitors away. Dahil doon ay marami ng speculations na umikot tungkol sa sexual preference niya. At first Luu was okay with that, dahil nawala na din ang mga unwanted suitors niya. At wala din naman talaga siyang balak magpasakal este magpakasal. Ever. Pero pano kung sa isang di sinasadyang pagkakataon ay sapilitan siyang maikasal sa Impaktong Kuya ng pakakasalan ng bunsong kapatid niya? Maidadahilan pa kaya niya ang pagiging "tomboy" niya?