All her life, Loria Joy Celestine has always come in second place. And when it was finally her chance to claim the top spot, a student named Vhen transferred-stealing her supposed spotlight. Determined and relentlessly competitive, Loria is dead set on outsmarting the infuriatingly brilliant Vhen to secure the valedictorian title-and the life-changing scholarship that comes with it. Desperate to get ahead, she even joins a prestigious quiz bee she didn't even want to join in the first place, only to find herself stuck in a grueling three-week review session... with him. She stands by the fact that she and Vhen are complete opposites. But the more time they spend together, the harder it becomes to ignore the rivalry that fuels them-or the undeniable tension that sparks between them. _______________________________________________ _____________________________ Chapters: 30 Language: Taglish (English + Tagalog) Status: COMPLETE

A story of overcoming internal conflicts and finding happiness despite never-ending pain. (dual-pov story) Lana Ophelia Villanos, a 16-year-old burdened by guilt over her parents' death and the harshness of her aunt, struggles with self-loathing and feelings of unworthiness. In a toxic household and hiding her pain behind a "sunny disposition," Lana longs for someone to truly see her. She finds this in Shan Wren Laurian who had always seen her as if looking into a mirror. He is a young man also concealing his vulnerabilities due to his controlling father's expectations. As they grow closer, a series of emotional setbacks arise. Lana and Shan's continuous internal battles threaten their newfound connection. Will they be able to overcome it or will this be the reason to drive them apart? Chapters: 36 Word Count: 111k plus words Status: COMPLETED Language: Taglish (Tagalog & English) _________________ started: April 15, 2023 ended: June 11, 2024