Kio Soledad de Merced always kept his life quiet and private. He never wanted anything flashy and grand. Attention and spotlight were the two things he never wanted to have. Calm and easy, that's how he preferred his life. Shiloh Lumiere Bendia's life was far from what he wanted, she was born for the spotlight. Living under the scrutinizing eyes of the world, Lumiere's life consists of cameras and flashes following her whenever she moves. The world gravitates around her, and everyone who sees her is drawn to her light, including him. The moment he saw her on that stage with the spotlight shining on her, he knew he would spend his whole life admiring her from afar. But with the twist of fate and a little luck, his fate might have changed. A secret moment. A lingering stare. Quick stolen moments behind the camera that no one knows about. But to what extent can they sacrifice for a losing battle they knew they would never win? To love is to risk. To risk requires courage and courage is only found in places we're too scared to take. ---- Date Started: March 2025 Date Finished: June 15, 2025

Lily, a flight attendant with a week-long layover in Belgium, stumbled into a whirlwind of unexpected drama. Mistaking Formula 1 superstar Leander's sleek car for her ride-share, she found herself face-to-face with the irate racer. Her initial fluster quickly escalated into a full-blown media frenzy as paparazzi, already tracking Leander's every move, captured the scene. The ensuing controversy threatened to engulf both Lily and Leander, their images splashed across tabloids worldwide. Leander, despite his initial anger, recognizing the potential damage, whisked Lily to his hotel - the same one housing her airline crew. Now, they must navigate the treacherous waters of public opinion and potential legal repercussions, their every move scrutinized under the intense glare of the media spotlight. Their only hope lies in damage control, a carefully crafted narrative, and perhaps, an unlikely alliance forged in the crucible of a shared crisis.

[Published Under LIB x Wattpad] Peñablanca Series 1: Brave Hearts "Fragile but brave..." Amalia Argueles has adored the charming basketball captain Atlas Montezides for years. When he finally looks her way and shows her that love isn't all rainbows and butterflies, can her young, fragile heart be brave enough to take it? *** Amalia Argueles' heart was born weak. She considered waking up every day--even with her illness--a blessing, and Atlas Montezides shows her how much of a blessing life can really be with his love. But when that love risks her health, can Lia find it in herself to leave so she can live? Or can she risk her heart once more and be brave when she meets him again years later? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

Watty's 2018: The Contemporaries Winner! Sandejas Siblings Fourth Installment: Z I D N E Y "Those who won't dare to touch the thorns should never crave the rose..." Zidney Agnieszka Sandejas experienced every hard, bad things at a young age. Separated from her family and having lost her memories, it was really awful. Having her new identity and family, she never felt at ease. Being chased, being called crazy and a killer. Then one night changes everything, waking up in a facility and seeing the most beautiful man she'd ever seen since then, the man who has those curvy thin lips, tousled dark brown hair and dreamy midnight eyes. He's her hero, the man who took her out of the darkness. That man who gave her the light of new hope and love but what if the light from the torch that man has made suddenly went out? What if that darkness comes back, making the delicate rose bleed and hurt? Will someone be able to touch the rose despite the pain the thorns will give? Book 4 of 4

Sandejas First Generation: "I might wanna fly like a paper plane but in the end, I'd still choose falling for you." Leona Harriet Abelló and Ejercito Sandejas story. The epitome of a perfect daughter, Leona Harriet Abelló has always aimed to be the best in whatever she does to please her parents. She's not just a beauty queen⁠-she's also a student model, part of the cream of the crop of her university, and of students aiming to graduate with flying colors. Though greatly admired by everyone, it is not a secret that she's friends with the university's black sheep⁠-Ejercito Carlton Sandejas, her total opposite. Everyone is telling her to stop being friends with him, but there's this inexplicable pull between the two of them that Lena just can't cut Jer off from her life. As their relationship progresses from pure friendship into something more, she has found herself doing the exact things she shouldn't do: breaking the rules, playing with fate, and like a paper plane flying freely with the wind, she just found herself falling. Hard."

A Royal Visit In Brooklyn (Lost Island Series Spin Off) Royal, beautiful, regal, and the next in line for the crown of Italy - that's how people see and describe Gabriela Romanov, the future queen from the royal dynasty Casa Savoia. She embodies beauty and perfection, admired by all. Yet, beneath the crown lies a lonely soul, longing for something more. She dreams of escaping the confines of her carefully orchestrated life, of experiencing the simple joys of the world beyond royalty. More than anything, she yearns for love-the kind that isn't dictated by duty or expectation. She never imagined it would happen. Her future has been set in stone. But fate takes an unexpected turn when she goes on a royal visit to Brooklyn and meets Captain Sebastian Gomez Baca-a man who is anything but refined. Brash, rugged, and utterly unlike anyone from her world. Could he be the one to grant her the freedom she craves? Will their love defy the odds, or will duty and destiny force them apart?

Brittany Paris Donovan always had it all. A thriving career, supportive parents, a brother who spoils her, and friends that she can always lean on. She has everything she wants and needs... except for one. Love. Brittany is not the type of girl who gets attracted to anyone so easily. After what happened with her last relationship, she finds it hard to start anew. But what happens when she meets this attractive soldier named Kiel Mikael Ventura at her cousin's wedding? Will she welcome him in her life or would she let her fear consume her? It was all fun and games at the beginning not until one of them falls. *** Inspired by Grey's Anatomy & Our Girl

[OFFICE LOVE AFFAIRS #1] As his personal secretary, Chantal's next task is to marry the president. *** Not getting any younger, Xavi is pressured by his mother to get married and settle down. He is lured on blind dates disguised as business meetings and family gatherings. With his patience stretching to its limits, to escape his mother's persistence, he offers extra work to Chantal and boldly asks her hand in marriage. Having faith in love and believing in destiny, Chantal rejects his offer and files for a resignation. She thinks it will be easy to find another job in the corporate world with her credentials and working directly for the highest post in Dela Vega Holdings. However, Chantal has no idea that Xavi will block her applications until she is hard-pressed and unable support her mother, who is undergoing regular dialysis. In the end, she has no choice but to accept Xavi's offer, be his wife in papers, and play pretend.

Ynessa was in an unhappy marriage with her husband, Tage Lasten Del Prado. After 5 years of unhappy marriage, Tage decided to file a divorce na inaayawan naman ni Ynessa. She did everything to have him kaya hindi niya basta-bastang isusuko nalang ang asawa. Ynessa don't trust people easily. Maybe that was the reason why she doesn't have friends na pwede niyang pagkwentuhan ng problema niya tungkol sa asawa. Gusto niya lang naman magkaroon ng pamilyang masasabi niyang kanya. A husband na makakatuwang sa habang-buhay, anak na magpapawi ng mga pagod at lungkot niya at mga kaibigan na maituturing niyang pamilya. Was it too hard to have? 'Yan lang naman ang hiling niya. She was never been loved by her family on both her parent's side. She tried hard to fit in. Pilit nakikipaglaro sa mga pinsan kahit pinagkakampihan siya ng mga ito. They would steal her toys and break it. They would slap or pushed her and will act like she was the villain while crying when their parents are near. Papaluin siya ng mga magulang nila. Her parents won't know kasi busy sila sa kompanya. Since then, wala siyang naging kakampi. She may have all the material things but she never had an affection from family. She never felt to be in a family. Kaya nung nakilala niya si Tage, pinangako niya sa sarili niya na makukuha niya ito. She never get the love of her relatives but she'll get his. And up until now, she's still trying her best to have it. Doing her very best to get it. Kaso ang hirap. Ang sakit-sakit ng mahalin ang asawa niya. Nakakaramdam na siya ng pagod pero ayaw niya pang tumigil. Gusto niya pang ilaban kasi ayaw niyang may pagsisihan siya bandang huli. Ayaw niyang mabuhay sa what ifs and what should have been kaya kahit masakit, she'll do everything para ipaglaban ang pagmamahal sa asawa.

Sandejas Legacy #5: Solace Escape "Sandejas Legacy continues..." Sibyl Timothea Sandejas is a well-known ballerina, the center of attention, the star. Everyone wanted a glimpse of her life, not just because she's a great dancer but mostly because she's the daughter of the famous actress, Alyx Sandejas. She's in the spotlight. Fake smiles, false rumors, and the blinding flashes of cameras tired her. She's in the prime of her life, but one mistake and her world turned upside down. It cost her not only her career but also disappointment from her parents that they made her stay in Sta. Monica to learn her lessons. That's when she met again the hardworking and happy-go-lucky man, Solomon Alejo. A complete opposite of her. She expected to have the worst year ever, not knowing she'd find what she didn't even know she sought before. An escape from the eyes of the public. Solace. In his arms. Limelights are chaotic and blinding, no matter how pretty they are to look at. Every show ends, and as the curtain closes, will Sibyl fight for her stage back or will she embrace her peace?