Banter Stories

Two rivals. One room. And a semester that changes everything. Kayelin Quinn has always outsmarted everyone-except Damian Morris. He's her rival, her nemesis... and now, her unexpected roommate. Winning against him used to be fun. Living with him is an entirely different kind of tension. Between late-night study sessions, sarcastic banter, and the dangerous closeness of shared space, the line between hate and something heartbreakingly real starts to blur. At Montclair University, ambition is everything-but falling for your enemy might just be the biggest risk of all.

He looks like he might close the space between us. He looks like he wants to. My brain supplies a dozen sane exits. My body refuses every one. He looks as if he might kiss me. So I do something- exactly the kind of crazy I'm proud of but later I regret. I bite him right on the shoulder. He's in a tank, and my teeth definitely sink in. "What the hell?" he jerks back with a sharp laugh, stumbling slightly. "Did you just bite me?" "I panicked!" I defend, a little too quickly. "You don't have to mark me when I'm already yours, Swan." he says. Excuse me? "What!?" I blink, nearly tripping over my own foot. "What did you just say?" He shrugs, all cool and composed, "I'm already yours." he repeats, like it's nothing. Like it's not the verbal equivalent of a punch to the stomach and a kiss to the soul. My jaw drops. "Are you- are you okay?" "Perfectly," he says, then taps his shoulder. "Just sore though." ✧𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.✧ ✩Amara Fontaine, a 24 year old ballerina. She was light, grace, and everything golden. A ballerina with a heart too kind for the cruel world. But even the brightest stars can be swallowed by the dark. 🜲Xavier Hayes, a 27 year old boxer. He was ruthless, untouchable, and everything dark. A man who never let anyone close-until her. But love makes even the strongest men bleed. Tropes- Boxer X Ballerina Enemies to Lovers Touch her and 🔪 He fell first and she fell harder Possessive and Obsessed MCs Nicknames and Banter Betrayal and Revenge [THIS IS A CLOSED DOOR ROMANCE!]

THALIA When a woman dressed in a black suit approached me on a train track, whilst I was holding a bottle of blue spray paint in my left hand and a face covered with paint, I didn't hesitate to say no to her proposition: BE HER BRIDESMAID AT HER WEDDING Yes, I did have questions, like any sane person would. But I honestly would have said yes anyways, even if she hadn't caught me committing a crime. Plus, Free food? Count me in. What I didn't expect is for my life to turn on its axis. __________________________________________ Read Thalias story as fate reunites her with her family !STRONG LANGUAGE THROUGHOUT! TW: - body shaming - SA - abuse

Being stuck with Veer Roy-the cold, ruthless, and ridiculously handsome CEO-was already a nightmare. But when an office rivalry turned into jealous games, accidental kisses, and a business trip full of chaos, Aanya Sharma realized one thing... Her boss wasn't just her childhood enemy anymore. He was her problem. Between secret diaries, dramatic K-drama proposals, and a CEO who would do anything to get the "boyfriend" tag-this office romance is nothing short of a beautiful mess. "𝙎𝙤 𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙮, 𝙥𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙍𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧..." - Closer by The Chainsmokers Tropes:- •Enemies to Lovers •Grumpy x Sunshine •Office Romance •Forced Proximity •Over-the-Top Romantic Gestures Author:- @lvleesam

In a land where magic is illegal, the infamous assassin Lyora Font accepts a well paid job to kidnap the Crown Prince Lucan Devrane's pet. When she gets to the palace, she gets spotted by the Crown Prince himself. The marks that reveal her as having magical powers are spreading, but the Prince knows a way to free her from the curse. In an attempt to ensure his pet's safety, he makes a bargain with the assassin to help her.

Sanyukta Agarwal: sarcastic enough to short-circuit a generator, brilliant enough to make a machine run itself, and stubborn enough to argue with gears if they misbehave. With a wrench in one hand and a caliper in the other, she tackles impossible problems, outsmarts anyone who underestimates her, and leaves a trail of chaos and laughter wherever she goes. Mechanical engineering isn't just her passion-it's her battlefield, and she's ready to prove that being a girl in a male-dominated world is exactly the edge she needs. Randhir Singh Shekhawat: brilliant, precise, and unshakably confident, he's the silent storm of FITE. Every calculation is exact, every design flawless, and every challenge-whether a complicated gear assembly or a high-stakes problem on the whiteboard-is his arena. Competitive to the core, he's the kind of rival who can match brains with anyone... and he's about to meet his equal in Sanyukta. In the high-stakes world of FITE, sparks fly-not romantically (yet)-but in the battlefield of intellect, strategy, and pure mechanical genius. Two minds, one whiteboard, countless tools, and a rivalry that could shake the foundations of the engineering world. Only one can take the lead... and neither is backing down.

Adhira, once a skilled thief, has traded her past life for a place in the royal court as advisor to Crown Princess Rose. But when assassins strike, Adhira is captured and taken to the Abode of Assassins - a hidden fortress ruled through fear and loyalty. There she meets Sahvan, a deadly assassin ordered to train her. Bound by obligation and divided by loyalty, the two begin as reluctant allies, each hiding more than the other realizes. But dangerous missions and growing trust turn their uneasy partnership into something neither expected. When Adhira and Sahvan uncover a dark secret about the Abode's most respected mentor - one that ties directly to Sahvan's past - they flee the fortress. But their attempt to disappear shatters when they learn Princess Rose has been kidnapped as part of a plot involving a neighboring kingdom. To save her, Adhira and Sahvan must return to the very place they escaped but recusing the princess may cost them their freedom - or their lives.

A woman who is allergic to the idea of love unwillingly sits at the same table with a man who lives only to mend broken hearts, in the most emotional yet professional environment.

A journey that tests the heart, guidance that shapes the soul, and a love that remains unspoken. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Being childhood best friends & crime partners, Shezlyn and Zyaan once shared a bond that nothing could break. But as they grew apart, life pulled them in opposite directions. Shezlyn found her strength in faith. For her, Islam is not just a part of life-it is life. She could have been anything, chosen any path, but above all, she chose to be a Muslim. Zyaan-on the other hand, believes youth is meant to be lived without rules. To him, religion is something people only remember when they get old, when they lose any desire to live. Free will, freedom, and self-made choices-that's what he calls life. When their childhood engagement is suddenly disclosed, their worlds collide. They were destined for each other since the beginning - but can love survive when belief and desire stand on opposite ends? And then why is the book named "was i always the side character?" Maybe there is more to unfold? An unheard truth and a haunting past. So wait for what?, Let's just dive into the world of "was i always the side character?"

𝐈𝐍 𝐖𝐇𝐈𝐂𝐇,, 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 used to be naive. She grew up oblivious to her da's business, unable to name the smell that filled her house. All she knew was that he loved her. The first day of secondary school opened her twelve year old eyes, even if she wasn't aware. Her life became intertwined with older kids, exposing her to lifestyles filled with parties and secrets. 𝐑𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐊𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐡 was a rugby prodigy. He was raised with affection, warm meals and massages whenever he ached. Yet, he knew not to push too far. Overworking himself would only burn him out, taint his happiness and suck away his soul. He was naturally sporty and smart, meaning his options were endless. All he had to do was avoid the wrong path. 𝐎𝐑,, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐧'𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠. Constant bickering that blurred the line between hate and teasing. They existed on different sides of social lives, yet always found themselves talking to the other. Whether in chippies or deserted classrooms

Ella- I hate him. I hate him so much. But we happen to be roommates. And I babysit, and the kids i babysit, like him more. There always trying to do something. And Kai? He won't leave me alone. Hes so annoying. Kai- She's so beautiful when she's annoyed. I love her. Getting under her skin is so much fun. Shit I think I'm obsessed- who cares? Definitely not me. The story, My Roomate, is a adventure that shows the story of how Ella and Kai become lovers. It's a enimes to lovers tale with banter and swearing. Kai is the annoying roommate who hides his feelings from Ella thinking everything would change if he told her his love. And Ella? She hates him... but does she? The truma Ella has isn't the best for their relationship, As her ex, has ruined her. She wants to find love agin but doesn't trust anyone... or she thought she didn't.

Siora knows how to survive Republic City and only has three rules: 1. Avoid firebenders-they burn things. Including you. 2. Avoid handsome firebenders-they burn things and smile about it. 3. And under no circumstances should you catch feelings for a brooding firebender with a tragic backstory, impeccable jawline, and the emotional range of a damp towel. Naturally, she breaks all three in record time. Siora's just trying to keep her head down-juggle her tea shop job, pocket a few extra yuans off clueless rich guys, and dance her way around the city's growing Equalist drama without getting singed. But when she crosses paths with a certain pro-bender, her smooth little side hustle suddenly gets a lot more complicated. Mako's only supposed to be another stranger passing through her world, but their run-ins start to feel less than coincidental. Especially as Korra, the new Avatar, rises into the spotlight and the Equalist movement throws the city into chaos. She didn't ask to get tangled up in the revolution, the Avatar's mess, or Republic City's newest storm-but here she is. Dodging secrets, sidestepping trouble, and falling far too close to a boy who might just ruin everything... especially her plans to stay unbothered. Because when a firebender looks at you like that... well. Even street-smart girls start making reckless choices.

They say every good Hogwarts romance starts with a spark. Eleanor Potter swears hers began with an explosion. Literally. One minute she was paired in Potions with the most infuriatingly brooding Slytherin in the room; Regulus Black, jaw clenched, quill sharp, eyes sharper. The next, their cauldron was smoking, and so were their tempers. Eleanor has always had a talent for trouble; prank wars with her cousin James Potter, late-night plotting with Marlene McKinnon, laughter echoing down the corridors. She is sunshine wrapped in sarcasm. Regulus is storm clouds stitched in silk. They should hate each other. They try to. But between stolen glances across bubbling cauldrons, whispered insults layered like poetry, and accidental moments of softness no one else is supposed to see... rivalry begins to look a lot like gravity. And some people, no matter how opposite, fall anyway. After all, love can sneak up on you anywhere. Even in a dungeon classroom, right after your lab partner ruins your potion ────────────

She's Red Bull's new boss: combat boots, sharp tongue, military past. He's Mercedes' legend: cold strategy, warm gaze, killer jawline. Enemies in the paddock. Allies at heart. F1 becomes a battlefield of stolen glances, pitlane chaos, and unexpected tenderness. War was inevitable. So was love.

An investigative journalist teams up with a brilliant but reclusive hacker to expose a government cover-up. Their unlikely partnership becomes complicated when she realizes the hacker isn't just uncovering lies - he's hiding truths of his own that could destroy them both.

Former child actress Fallon Holst feels she might finally be able to successfully transition into serious adult parts after booking one of the most prestigious roles of her career thus far - only to discover that her long-time boyfriend has been cheating on her. And while struggling with the media fallout after flying out to London to start work, she has an unintentionally disastrous run-in with musician Charlie Jenkins that only serves to add fuel to the fire and leaves them finding each other wanting. However, the decision to spin the fallout from this encounter into an actual 'relationship' stems from both parties who have something to gain from it - but what might actually happen in the end is the most surprising outcome of all.

Ellie Hayes and Nicholas Vance are perfect-on paper, anyway. Their parents, convinced that merging their lives is a match made in boardroom heaven, have arranged their marriage which is good for their company (The VH Group) as well. No fiery passion, no tearful farewells, and definitely no emotional rollercoasters-just a simple, mutually beneficial agreement. A heartwarming, lighthearted story about finding love when you least expect it-and without all the unnecessary drama. Disclaimer: Please note that the author's native language is not English. Additionally, the customs, traditions, and circumstances portrayed in this story are entirely fictional and do not represent the practices of any specific real-world culture or community.

Queen Bee Evangeline Sage and Star Quarterback Aiden King. Both quick to ignite, both eager to win, both used to being the best. What happens when they're forced to become teammates? You know what they always say- there's a thin line between love and hate.

Two rivals. One classroom. A war everyone knows about. Kanika Ahuja and Ritvik Bhardwaj have hated each other from the moment they met in XII-A. She's sharp, stubborn, and impossible to outsmart. He's smug, brilliant, and loves getting under her skin. Their rivalry is legendary - from topping exams to winning the tiniest competitions. As secrets unfold, siblings fall in love, friendships shift, Kanika and Ritvik must finally face the truth: Is it really hate? Or something much harder to ignore? A messy, chaotic, slowburn enemies-to-lovers story. Welcome to Crimson Rivals.

If you're looking for chaos, fluff, found family, angst, wholesomeness, humor and a bunch of lovable dorks? This is perfect. 'Of Storms and Strangeness' is a multi-pov original work that follows the life of friends trying to navigate life after they got transported to a new world. Seven idiots. One strange world. Zero clue what they're doing. They've got magic, swoon-worthy romance, inside jokes, and trauma. But an old enemy returns and threatens to destroy the life they just rebuilt. And a storm is brewing. When it breaks, who will be left standing? Updates every Thursday