Provincelife Histoires

🍃 Kai is part of a provincial agricultural program funded by the government, where he's responsible for overseeing the farming operations. Theo, a nursing student, volunteers for a health outreach program in the same area. Kai's tough exterior hides his vulnerability, while Theo's passion to help others leads him to uncover the struggles Kai faces both within the community and his personal life. As Theo tends to the health of the people, he finds that Kai needs emotional healing just as much as physical. Through their time together, they both learn the value of openness and love, and discover that they are each other's support. As they navigate rural life together, they learn about the power of community, compassion, and trust. Their relationship blossoms amidst the simple, rustic beauty of the countryside, as they face struggles, but find solace in each other. The deeper they grow in their friendship, the more they realize that their hearts are falling for each other, despite their different worlds.

Willow didn't expect to come back to the province and have her quiet, chaotic life interrupted. She came to stay with her grandparents for a while, to adjust to slower days, muddy roads, and farm chores-but not to run into someone who feels...familiar. He looks like someone she should know, but she can't place him. And yet, there's something in the way he moves, the way he looks at her, that feels strangely...remembered. Years have passed since they were children, years full of mistakes, distance, and forgotten memories. And now, by chance or fate, their paths cross again. This is not a story about the past, or promises left behind. It's about two people meeting again, discovering who they are now, and finding out what happens when the world gives them a second chance.

Hindi ko alam kung bakit ako nandito. Basta ang sigurado ko lang: hindi ito Maynila. Wala akong kuryente gabi-gabi, may kalabaw sa likod ng bahay, at ang tanong ko araw-araw: "Paano ako napunta rito?" Pero bago ko pa masagot 'yan, may isa pang tanong ang unti-unting lumilinaw- "Bakit siya?"

Amara Dela Merced, a former high-powered executive, trades her corporate life for the quiet simplicity of the Philippine countryside, investing half of her inheritance given by her mother, into opening a small, heartfelt tea shop. Her new venture is quitely located near a home for senior citizens, a place that unexpectedly becomes the center of her life's purpose. As Amara navigates pursuing her dream business, she finds an unexpected friendly connection with her former corporate assistant, who agrees to manage the property, left by her mother. Her life is further complicated and enriched by two very different situation: the wisdom of a senior resident who survived the Japanese invasion as a comfort woman, whose memories ingrain the air with history and resilience; and the constant, irritating presence of a handsome, yet persistently annoying man who keeps crossing her path. "The Scent of Memory and Tea" is a story of slice-of-life, healing, and transformation, where the aroma of brewing leaves unseals deep-rooted memories, and a city-dweller finds an unexpected family among the past, present, and the prickly charm of a local annoyance. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

In a world where contrasting personalities collide, we meet two individuals from different walks of life. The first is a ruthless and heartless businessman, thriving in the fast-paced environment of the city. His focus is solely on success and profit, with little room for compassion or empathy. On the other hand, there is a girl with a soft heart and kind personality, residing in the serene countryside province. Her days are filled with simple joys, caring for her community and the land around her. Her generosity knows no bounds, and she finds fulfillment in helping others. Their worlds collide when the businessman's parents express interest in buying the land property owned by the girl's parents. As negotiations begin, the stark contrast between the two characters becomes evident. The businessman sees the land as a lucrative investment opportunity, while the girl holds deep sentimental value for the place she calls home. As they navigate the complexities of the situation, unexpected emotions and connections start to form. The businessman is intrigued by the girl's genuine kindness, challenging his own beliefs about success and happiness. Meanwhile, the girl finds herself drawn to the businessman's determination and drive, uncovering layers beneath his tough exterior. Through their interactions and growing understanding of each other's worlds, they begin to question their own values and priorities. Will they find a way to bridge the gap between their differences and discover a common ground? Or will their contrasting natures ultimately drive them apart, leaving them to navigate the consequences of their meeting in a world where the city and the province collide?

In My Parallel Universe: The Girl Who Reminded Me of Me is my first novel. It's not a typical romance-it's about identity, self-discovery, unexpected friendships, healing, and finding quiet strength in walking your own path. I hope you find a piece of yourself in these chapters too.

Harmony has always been that girl everybody has nothing grand to say about. Being raised by both her mom and grandmother, she is taught that a woman doesn't need any man to tell her worth. Harmony built walls that protected her from unnecessary emotions. She's always that level-headed kind of friend. She's never been involved in any dramas, nor want herself to be in it. Even her family considered her life a bit plain- boring even! Not until she met someone who made her realize that there's more to it than what the Harmony everybody knows. That everyone, even the strongest of soldiers raised, can be vulnerable- and that it is valid to feel that way. Easton- contrary to his lordship-like name, is a rebel. A worst-case scenario you'll ever encounter in your life as to what they say about him. He is arrogant, annoying, you name it! He is the black sheep of the family. Got linked to many dramas and scandals that his parents decided to send him to his grandparent's province to make him learn his lesson. Typical "you are grounded, got thrown into a province without any cards that can save your life" scenario. It was a living hell for him. No friends, parties, booze, and women. Away from his billionaire kind of life. Two people who fairly have issues and stuck-ups to bear, will they manage to escape from the limbo of confusing emotions and adult responsibilities? Or will they bravely go through this phase of their lives? and so the story begins...

Kendric Myles Cruz who lives in a big city. He is conyo, he is kind of spoiled, handsome, charming and everyone likes him. Being the naughty boy he is his parents decided for him to continue his studies in the province. Sierra Micaela Reyes who lives peacefully in the province, helps her family, do her duties as an older sister and is also at the top of her class, strives hard to study to become a successful doctor. Suddenly they bumped into each other, who knows what will happend next, do you think they will be good friends?

I don't know if it's a good idea that I ran away from home. I ran away from responsibility that waiting for me. I ran away because I don't want to get married yet... I'm too young to get married. But one thing is for sure.. I'm glad that I ran away because I met him. Bryant Adam Bernardo My fake but hot cousin. He's mayabang, maloko but I really enjoyed his company. To the point that I found myself falling for him. The question is....? Did he feel the same or I will experience my first heartbreak in this foreign place.

In a city where love remains endless, Ezther is a slow-witted girl growing into a patriotic woman living in a room of doubts and prior dignity. She chose her life to be dependent on her father's will, but only when she met Salem, a man of silent kindness, the one who changed her belief in trusted benevolence, and the door where she met a lot of opportunities. However, will she be able to guard herself if she knows that the person who outgrew her life is the key to opening the door wherein the wound restlessly sleeps in her heart?

"Something lovely is discovered by chance," I smiled.

Have you ever wondered where the air come from? Yes it is made of many gases to let us survive here on Earth. EIR, the secret organization that's controlling the world by letting us see the dazed version of the world. The world has ended a long time ago, so high ranking people made an imaginary world for the people to go on with their lives. Desriel Praia, was in need of money so she decided to try selling drugs. There she met Dye Garcia the man who will tell her all of the secrets the government hides from them. Drugs was the only key to see the undazed version of the world that's why it's illegal. It lets you see the real world full of lies. The adventure just began. Desriel and Dye will unravel the world's secret. So buckle up and don't miss the moment, or you will regret.

A city-bred man named Daiem finds his life turned upside down when his parents send him back to their hometown, hoping to teach him lesson. There, he meets Aviely, a spirited and resourceful woman struggling to make ends meet. As their worlds collide, Daiem discovers the true meaning of love and family, challenging everything he thought he knew about happiness and success. Will their love bloom? Or will it all come crashing down? Prepare for a story where love and betrayal are inseparable, and the truth waits to be unveiled.

Rhys was often mistaken as a guy because of her good-looking features that seems to come out as handsome rather than feminine. She never really cared of those made-up assumptions dahil wala din naman syang mapapala kung pag-tuonan ito nya ng pansin. Her attention was always poured on how to get by each day without her family struggling. Her striking appearance seem to always swoon everyone, including him. He always tells her that she was like a bullet of energy, a ticking bomb that could explode anytime. She was like a rush of the wild wind that could always swept him away easily.

Story soon to be published. 🩷 PLAGIARISM IS A CRIME.

He was born into a life of wealth, expectation, and endless obligations-an only child destined to inherit a family empire he never wanted. So he ran. Far away from the city, the business, the marriage that was arranged for him. In a quiet province, he met her-a girl broken by her past, standing on the edge of despair. What started as a simple companionship soon turned into something neither of them expected: laughter, trust, and a fragile kind of love. But the city-and his old life-always finds a way back. When tragedy strikes, he must face the choice he tried to escape: the life he ran from... or the life he finally wants.

Lee Sung Jin is a handsome Korean traveller. He is smart, handsome (again), and he thinks he has everything. But his fate suddenly changes when the plane he rode to the Philippines is crashing. How can he survive in the country he crashed? Ian Dela Cruz is a kind province man. He is smart, caring, and he's hopeless romantic, and he has a one big secret. When the two persons meet from two worlds, how can they communicate themselves? O pag-ibig nga ba ang sagot sa katanungan?

Corporate life, Night life, friendship, boys, family and self. A compilation of my real-life experience, thoughts, ideas, and everything I suppressed for the past years of my life as a 22 year old low income person who just living life.

PLAGIARISM IS A CRIME. Story soon to be published. 🩷

Elias Noah is the son of the famous company of Yacht in his generation. The man is hot headed and always lose his temper when he talk to someone. He loves fishing and it is his pass time when he is in his private yacht. He loves his alone time in the middle of the sea. Fishing keeps him relaxed and rebooted. But one fine day, with the windy day he accidentally catches someone and not the fish. And the moment, it popped out from the deep sea he saw the most beautiful tantalizing eyes of a girl, with a bait he made in her hand. And it all started with that. Note: The cover is from Richard G. and Sarah L. photoshoot. Credits to the real owner.