Guardedheart Stories

Hayley is a paediatric registrar specialising in cardiology, a hopeless workaholic, and-after nearly two years of being chronically single-perfectly content with her unfulfilling love life. Her best friend (and cousin), Becca, disagrees. Determined to find Hayley someone special before she leaves the country, Becca takes matters into her own hands and sets up one last blind date. Aksel is a professional footballer returning to England, ready to step into the striker position currently held by his childhood best friend, Theo. That is, when Theo leaves for Argentina after marrying Becca. Yes, their best friends are moving across the world together, leaving Hayley and Aksel to figure out what comes next. For Hayley, their first meeting is just another stupid blind date Becca forced her into. For Aksel? Their first meeting happened fifteen years ago. ⚠️ If you are reading this story anywhere other than Wattpad, it has been stolen. These unauthorized sites may put you at risk of malware. Please read the story safely on Wattpad: Katka_Mutton Life Could Be This

He notices everyone leave - but never lets anyone stay. For eighteen months, Claire has smiled at the CEO who walks past her desk every morning and never once stops. She's good at smiling through things. Through the goodbye that shattered her. Through raising her daughter alone. Through pretending she doesn't notice him at all. Zander Cole doesn't do soft - not since the night he lost everyone he loved. He built a company instead of a family, and walls instead of a heart. Until a four-year-old girl looks up at him like he isn't made of ice. Some cracks don't happen slowly. They happen all at once - and neither of them is ready for what's on the other side.

Born in Kano, raised in Abuja, Safiyah Sadiq Gobir's life was written in pain long before she could hold a pen. A sickle cell patient belittled by her father's family, she learned to hide her dreams and guard her heart. But when love knocks on the walls she's built, will Safiyah push it away... or finally believe that Allah's plan is greater than fear?

A poem for the guarded and wounded. 💖

Description: Alyah has always been careful with her heart. After being burned one too many times, she's convinced herself that love is a risk she's not willing to take. She has her walls up, her rules in place, and a past she refuses to repeat. Then she meets Ezra. Charming, patient, and far too good at seeing through her defenses, Ezra isn't afraid of the space she keeps between them. He doesn't push-just waits, steady and sure, as if he knows she'll come closer when she's ready. But letting someone in means giving them the power to hurt you. And Alyah isn't sure if she's ready to risk it all for something that might not last. As feelings deepen and the line between caution and surrender begins to blur, Alyah must decide-will she keep running, or will she finally let herself fall?

Content Warning: This book contains depictions of drugging, assault, abuse, discussions of trauma, violence, and injury. Two girls, almost completely opposite from each other. One's more friendly, and the other's more cold, secretive and guarded. They met in school, when the bubbly girl introduced herself to her. She was the new girl. She knew no one. She wanted no friends. She needed no friends. But something compelled her to give this cheerful stranger a chance. That day sparked something in them. That always hang out with each other though they had contrasting personalities they felt an inexplicable draw to each other. What could one conversation possibly do?

After a painful divorce, Aaliyah wants nothing to do with men-or marriage. Broken trust. Silent nights. A heart that no longer believes in love. But then a quiet man with a past of his own walks into her life... and into her nikah. Rayan never believed in love at first sight-until he saw her. With tired eyes and guarded silence, she wasn't just beautiful-she was the beginning of his healing.

Hiiiii, this is my first story ,or to be more specific, my first attempt at writing something close to my heart. This story revolves around Illakya, a bold, fierce, independent corporate lawyer trying to balance her profession and personal life, while slowly finding love in silence. Please support my new venture. And if you have any suggestions, or notice any moral/legal conflicts in the story, do let me know .Structured criticism is always welcome. Characters Illakya Bubbly,independent,matured girl. Loves her family,will do anything for them 26 years old Corporate lawyer Chidambram Illakya's father Friendly ,loving father yet still conservative 60 years old Business man Mridula Mother of illakya Encouraging,bold mother 54 years old Government school teacher Yazhini Sister of illakya Fierce,loving,innocent IT employee 31yrs old Sanjay Husband of yazhini Loves his wife,straight forward,practical person 32 years old Building his startup while in his IT job The first part is finally up, and I truly hope you guys like it. Thank you

You Never Smile for Me Park Jihoon x Choi Hyunwook | Cold x Warm | Enemies to Lovers | Slow Burn Park Jihoon has everything - fame, talent, and a flawless public image. But behind the cameras, he's cold, distant, and unwilling to let anyone in. Choi Hyunwook, his new co-star, is everything Jihoon isn't - warm, open-hearted, and annoyingly persistent. He believes in late-night ramen, handwritten notes, and loving out loud. From tense rehearsals to off-script moments, Hyunwook starts to see the cracks in Jihoon's icy wall. But what happens when feelings get too real? When the world starts watching? When love threatens to ruin everything Jihoon built? Hyunwook is ready to fall. Jihoon is terrified to feel. But some stories were written to defy fear. Because even cold hearts can melt. And sometimes, the smile you save is the one meant only for him. #BL #KDramaAU #EnemiesToLovers #SlowBurnRomance #ColdxWarm #Emotional #ActorAU #QueerLove #Heartfelt #LoveBehindTheScenes #ParkJihoon #ChoiHyunwook

In the heart of a bustling city, 23-year-old Emma Lawson is a woman whose past is riddled with heartache and betrayal. Once an ardent believer in love, she now keeps her heart under lock and key, wary of letting anyone get too close. Her vivid memories of being deceived and taken for granted by previous partners haunt her, casting long shadows over her romantic prospects. Despite her reservations, Emma's spirit remains unbroken and hopeful for genuine connection. Enter Alex Hartman, a charming and persistent stranger who challenges her perceptions and stirs feelings she thought were long buried. As Emma grapples with her fears, she must decide whether to keep her heart guarded or risk it all for a chance at true love.

It was a normal day in Virginia Beach for Tiamaru when..

Para sa mga Kristyanong nangangailangan ng "tap" at "yakap".. I am a pen in God's hands. ..and this is His word for you.

She loved him like a fairytale. He broke her like a tragedy. Stella, a hopeless romantic and Libra to her core, believed love was the answer to everything-until Rico. Cold, distant, and haunted by his past, Rico pulled Stella into a whirlwind that left her shattered. As she rebuilt herself from heartbreak, stronger and wiser, Rico returned... only to find she was no longer the girl who waited. Enter Levi-Rico's best friend, harboring a quiet affection for Stella-and Bianca, Rico's toxic ex who will stop at nothing to reclaim him. In a game of regret, revenge, and rebirth, love becomes a weapon. But Stella's greatest battle isn't choosing between two hearts-it's choosing her own.

As the only heir to the throne, Princess Camilla has spent her life playing the perfect role-graceful, poised, and untouchable. With a kingdom to rule and a father who expects perfection, she has no room for mistakes. But when her personal bodyguard, Nathan, is assigned to protect her, the carefully drawn lines between duty and desire begin to blur. Nathan knows his place. He is her shadow, her shield-nothing more. Yet with every glance, every quiet exchange, he finds himself drawn to the princess in ways he shouldn't be. She is royalty. He is a soldier. And yet, in the grand halls of the palace, between stolen glances and lingering touches, an undeniable tension grows. But in a world where duty comes before love, will they dare to cross the line? Or will the weight of the crown crush what they can never have? ~~~ This book started on - 7th February 2025 This book ended on - 14th February 2025

In His Arms: A Love That Commands is a story of intense passion, unwavering loyalty, and the unbreakable bond between two souls who were meant to be. It's a tale of a love so fierce, it consumes everything in its path, yet so tender, it leaves you feeling safe and cherished. In this gripping romance, the protagonist finds herself drawn to a man who is the perfect balance of dominance and tenderness. He is the embodiment of strength, confidence, and protection, but with a heart that is soft for her alone. He sees her, truly sees her-the real, raw, unfiltered version of herself-and loves her more deeply than she ever thought possible. With every touch, he exudes passion. With every glance, he reassures her that she is his-heart, body, and soul. His love is possessive, not out of control, but out of devotion. His jealousy is not a flaw, but a natural response to the depth of his feelings. He will protect her from anything-anyone-who dares come too close, but always with respect, care, and an unwavering commitment to her happiness. As the relationship deepens, she finds herself questioning what love truly means: Is it the wild, all-consuming fire that makes her heart race, or the steady, protective embrace that never lets go? In His Arms is not just a romance-it's a journey of understanding what it means to be truly seen, to be adored, and to surrender to love that commands respect, loyalty, and trust.

Shy Steven Carter is captivated by Jessie Harper, the confident girl who doesn't believe in high school romance. As their paths cross, Steven's quiet persistence challenges Jessie's guarded heart. The Chase of Hearts is a poignant high school romance about breaking down walls and discovering unexpected love. Do you think will Steven change himself? Read to find out👇

Temilola swore she'd never fall in love until she met Bamidele, the one man who made her question everything, even herself.