Guardedhearts storie

"Do you believe everything in life needs a plan?" She didn't look up immediately. When she did, her expression was calm-thoughtful, not distant. "I believe plans keep things from falling apart." He considered that, then smiled-not in disagreement, but understanding. "And what about the things that fall into place anyway?" There was a pause. The kind that carried history. "I don't leave room for that," she said quietly. He nodded, as if that answer mattered. As if it explained something important. "Maybe you don't have to." Some people build their lives with discipline, precision, and carefully guarded hearts. Others move through the world with patience, optimism, and the belief that presence can be enough. This is the story of a woman who trusted structure more than promises, and a man who never planned to change her mind- only to stay.

She's guarded. He's controlled. Kasia and Raiden never meant to work together, let alone feel something real. But a business deal born from rivalry sparks tension neither of them can ignore. They swore off love - but some risks are harder to walk away from.

A hyper-independent artist makes her awkward attempt at love when she asks to sketch her park crush, who happens to be Dr. Spencer Reid. What ensues next is the worst night of her life and the life-wrecking aftermath with a romance that has barely even budded. Her wild dreams of artistic fame and fear of love lead to a whirlwind of a story about the messiness of life, mental health, and the meaning of success, love, and friendship. A tender but messy slow-burn.

Jessica began to lose hope on finding love until she met Marcus, but she was still hesitant. Mysterious, guarded, but loving, Marcus finds himself slowly opening up to Jessica as they develop a friendship. But only time will tell if both decide to open their hearts and explore the answer to the question 'What If?'

My Entry for TEGSA 2025 - Winner of the Non-Compete Category. The story of two people burdened with regrets meet in a bar one night. Will they be able to leave their pasts behind and embrace a connection that might be worth fighting for? Dual POV Language and mature themes. (Descriptive Sex - Non Explicit) Trigger Warnings - Depression and self anger. All characters and events in this story are fictitious, and any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. Any similarities in plot to other works, movies, books, or elsewhere are completely unintentional and coincidental. I work hard to ensure my stories are original, from character creation to the storyline. I never publish unless I am 100% satisfied. No part of this story may be reproduced in any form or by any means without permission. Please respect my creative rights.

They learned how to live without leaning. She is warm but guarded, kind yet distant - shaped by moments where closeness came with a cost. He is composed, principled, and nonchalant to the world, carrying responsibility and silence with equal ease. They live separate lives, complete on their own, unaware that the parts they hide so carefully are about to be recognised - not demanded, not rushed, simply seen. This is a quiet, slow-burn story about individuality, restraint, and a connection that grows gently, without noise.

Ayana is a young girl who loves hard but doesn't receive the same energy from others which causes her to be stand offish, but what happens when she meets Jayce Enter Jayce - a nonchalant boy who doesn't care about anyone's feelings but his own. Two hearts. Two defenses. What happens when their worlds collide? Hope you enjoy ❤️.

In the quiet heart of a university library where whispers are louder than confessions, two people who are not supposed to notice each other begin to feel everything. Omeika Lewis is sharp-tongued, guarded, and emotionally self-reliant - a literature student who prefers fictional romance to real vulnerability. She hides behind sarcasm, books, and carefully built walls, convinced that needing someone is a weakness she cannot afford. Vincent Moreau is disciplined, private, and meticulously controlled - a graduate assistant in the psychology department who believes emotions are variables to be managed, not risks to be taken. His world is built on structure, restraint, and silence. When a small academic disagreement traps them in the same late-night study room again and again, their carefully maintained distance begins to blur. Their conversations grow sharper, softer, more dangerous. A finger pressed to a chest becomes a question neither of them wants to ask aloud. A name spoken quietly begins to mean something it shouldn't. As tension turns into connection and restraint gives way to longing, Omeika and Vincent are forced to confront the parts of themselves they've spent years suppressing - vulnerability, desire, and the terrifying possibility that love might be the one thing they cannot control.

Set against the foggy streets and late-night glow of San Francisco, Four Hours to Almost Us follows Tiffany Belle, a talented but guarded Filipina-American artist, who wakes up one morning naked in bed beside a stranger she doesn't recognize. Embarrassed and confused, she pretends to sleep while Gavin Woodbury-equally naked, equally baffled, and painfully polite-scrambles to dress and flee her apartment without answers. They part ways assuming it was a meaningless, anonymous mistake-until fate throws them back together at a bar one lonely night. What begins as casual conversation quickly rekindles a spark neither of them expected. Tiffany wants passion without attachment. Gavin, a thoughtful documentary filmmaker, believes in presence, patience, and genuine connection. When Tiffany impulsively kisses him and insists on continuing the night at his place, one inconvenient detail changes everything: Gavin lives four hours away by public transit. What follows is an awkward, intimate journey through city streets, taxis, buses, and long silences-where flirtation gives way to vulnerability, and guarded hearts slowly begin to open. As the night stretches on, their "no strings attached" encounter becomes something far more complicated and unexpectedly tender. Tiffany carries the scars of past hurt, determined to protect herself by keeping love at arm's length. Gavin, gentle and quietly steadfast, meets her defenses with empathy rather than pressure. Together, they navigate missteps, confessions, and the emotional weight of adult lives that don't quite fit the romantic ideal. Four Hours to Almost Us is a romantic comedy-drama about chance encounters, emotional timing, and the strange, beautiful ways love finds us when we aren't looking-sometimes somewhere between the last bus stop and the courage to stay.

He thought he knew everything about love. Until she broke the rules.

In a frost-covered forest where the sun rarely shines, Kieran walks a path he vowed never to tread again. Haunted by a broken promise and a betrayal that still cuts deep, he is drawn to the edge of a frozen creek where fate waits for him in the form of a cloaked woman. Her blade glints like starlight, and her words are sharper still-reminders of a bond shattered by regret. Kieran's mission is clear: fulfill his oath, even if it means facing the woman who once stood at his side and now blocks his way. But the forest holds more than just their fractured past-it whispers secrets of an ancient magic that binds them, a truth hidden beneath layers of frost and shadow. As the hunting horns of unseen enemies close in, Kieran must confront his choices and the unresolved tension between him and the woman who knows his heart too well. Together, they must navigate the frozen wilderness, where danger waits at every turn, and the lines between love, trust, and survival blur. But as you turn the pages of their story, something begins to stir.

"In Our 30s" is the tale of two hearts-seasoned by life, and dark past and convinced they no longer need anyone. Both in their thirties, they have built their worlds carefully, leaving no room for romance. But destiny has other plans. One blind date, arranged by mischievous friends, shatters their quiet routines. They say that after twenty-five, love becomes harder to find-our walls grow taller, our fears louder. Yet, as they navigate awkward first conversations and unexpected sparks, a question lingers: Can two guarded souls learn to trust again? And if they do, will their bond be strong enough to last... until death parts them?

In the heart of a bustling city, two souls navigate life with guarded hearts, shaped by experiences that taught them caution, restraint, and self-reliance. Shreya, a devoted government employee, lives quietly within the safe walls of her family. Cheerful and warm at home, she is a portrait of joy with her parents and younger brother-but outside, she remains reserved, careful with her words, and wary of trust. Her dreams of family are quiet and measured: a son to cherish, a daughter to nurture, and a husband who respects women and understands the value of love and loyalty. Yet, past disappointments keep her heart closed, her imagination torn between hope and fear. Reyan Singh Mewar, a formidable business tycoon with generational wealth, walks a life of discipline, dominance, and responsibility. Loved by few, bound by duty, and admired by many, he hides a deep longing for companionship behind a facade of authority and control. Once deceived by love, he refuses to risk his heart again, yet he cannot deny a quiet desire to experience family life-the laughter of children, the tender bonds of a wife who listens, respects, and stands beside him. Fate brings them together in a carefully arranged alliance-a marriage built on duty, respect, and measured expectations. Both are determined not to ask for more than what life requires, yet both harbor private dreams of warmth, connection, and joy. The story unfolds as they navigate the delicate balance between responsibility and emotion, between past scars and future possibilities. Will love bloom in the space between silence and duty? Can they allow themselves the freedom to dream together, or will they remain trapped in their own caution? Through misunderstandings, small joys, and quiet moments-like the simple act of shaping clay on a pottery wheel-their journey questions whether hearts closed by life can truly open, and whether two people can create a shared life richer than the sum of their individual fears and hopes.

Some hearts build walls not out of cruelty, but out of survival. They've been broken before-shattered by betrayal, bruised by loss, or worn down by disappointment until trust became a luxury they could no longer afford. These are hearts wrapped in armor, hidden behind careful smiles and measured words, where vulnerability feels like weakness and letting someone in feels like inviting disaster. Beneath the protective layers, there's a yearning for connection, a quiet hope that maybe-just maybe-someone will prove worthy of the risk. When two guarded hearts meet, the dance is slow and cautious. Every gesture is weighed, every word analyzed. Opening up feels like peeling back scar tissue, exposing old wounds to see if they'll be handled with care or torn open again. But when the walls finally crumble, when vulnerability is met with gentleness, something beautiful emerges: a love built not on naivety, but on courage. A connection forged through patience, understanding, and the bravery it takes to let someone see the tender, wounded, hopeful heart beneath the armor. Tags: #Story | #GuardedHearts | #Romance | #SlowBurn #HealingJourney #TrustIssues | #EmotionalDepth

An original romance about healing, trust, and second chances - set in a cozy café built from resilience.

After a tragic accident claims the lives of Sara Abadi's parents, the fiery and outspoken 16-year-old finds herself under the guardianship of her five older brothers. Each brother has his own unique personality: the cold and authoritative Ace, the mixed cold and soft Alex, the quiet and composed Adrian, the grumpy Xavier, and the playful but stubborn Xander. Despite their distant demeanor, their love for Sara runs deep, and they'll do whatever it takes to protect her-even from herself. When Sara meets Jordan, the charming and confident captain of the basketball team, sparks fly in a slow-burn romance that challenges Sara to confront her identity, manage her anger issues, and navigate the complexities of family dynamics. Will the brothers learn to let their guard down, or will their protectiveness drive a wedge between Sara and her newfound happiness.

Jennifer is a high-ranking bodyguard who has been assigned to protect the wealthy heiress, Rose. However, Rose is stubborn and independent, and she doesn't like the idea of having a bodyguard following her everywhere. She sees Jennifer as a necessary evil, something she has to deal with in order to keep herself safe, but she has no intention of making friends with her. But as time goes on, and Jennifer's protectiveness and professionalism start to earn Rose's respect, the two women start to develop a bond that soon turns into something more. Despite their initial friction, they start to see each other in a different light. Jennifer starts to admire Rose's beauty and strength, while Rose starts to see Jennifer as more than just a bodyguard, but as a person with her own personality and feelings. And as they spend more time together, they begin to develop a mutual attraction and affection that neither of them expected. TAGLINE OF THE STORY: "She's supposed to protect her... but neither of them expected their hearts to be in danger too." ❤️