Rubiesrin Stories

Mariella Lavinia "Lav" Casanova, a poised and talented broadcast journalist, has it all - looks, brains, and a killer smile. As a rising star anchor, she's feared by many in the competitive world of news. But one person makes her feel like a fumbling rookie: her rival, Luhan Axel Silvistre. Their paths cross at a press conference, and when Luhan's piercing gaze locks onto Mariella, she feels her confidence shatter. She stutters, trips over her words, and completely loses her composure. Luhan, on the other hand, is smooth as silk, effortlessly charming the room. He wins the coveted award that night, leaving Mairella in the dust. But that one awkward encounter sparks a fire within Mariella. Determined to prove herself, she sets her sights on taking down Luhan and earning his respect. As they clash on air and off, Mariella discovers that her growing unease around Luhan is not just about competition...

Nayella Mendez is ABM's top student-perfect on the outside, hurting on the inside. At home, her mother treats her success like a requirement and her mistakes like failures she must pay for. When she enters senior high, she meets Elleira, Luella, Akaiah, and Mayari-four girls who make her feel seen for the first time. With them, she finally learns how to smile without pretending. But when her grades begin to slip, the fear she's run from returns. This time, she must choose: stay silent... or finally stand up for herself. A story of growing braver, finding real friends, and earning her own happy ending.