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Their first instinct is to argue. Their second instinct is... also to argue. He argues for fun. She argues to win. Raghav Joshi, has spent years living a life everyone applauds. A brilliant Master's student with a future anyone would envy-except it was never the future he wanted. Behind every smile is a boy who'd rather tell stories through a camera than chase someone else's definition of success. Akshita Pandey knows that feeling all too well. Growing up in the shadow of expectations and comparisons, she's mastered the art of pretending she's okay...even when she's forgotten what her own dreams look like. Then they meet. What begins with endless banters, shameless flirting, accidental encounters, and relentless teasing slowly turns into something neither of them sees coming. Because sometimes, the person who changes your life isn't the one who tells you who to become...they're the one who reminds you who you were before the world told you otherwise. Now, somewhere between their banters and butterflies, Raghav and Akshita must decide.... Will they keep living the lives written for them? Or finally find the courage to write one of their own? "You're the human version of a headache." "Aww... and yet I'm clearly on your mind 24/7. That's adorable, baby." ******************************************* "So... what are we?" "Somewhere in between, Akshita... Between Banters and Butterflies."

High school student Samantha Bradley has come to the conclusion that life is no longer worth living. Tired of constant academic pressure, the low that comes after the high, Samantha finds herself on a downward spiral to drown out her inner demons. But when she meets Damon Harkin he proves himself to be more than his badboy image. He's an enigma, a breath of fresh air. The pair find themselves embarking on an adventure of a lifetime and confronting issues that are too often pushed aside. They're both broken in their own right but in this case could two wrongs make a right?

pages from my journal that couldn't stay private

Selene Reyes doesn't do soft. She's a star striker, a local legend, and a chronic avoider of feelings. Selene has built her world out of sharp lines and silent glares. Then there's Naomi Lee-a quiet bookworm with a competitive streak on the football pitch and much more courage than she typically reveals. When a school tournament pits them against each other as rivals, they anticipate goals and grudges. What they don't expect is this: stolen glances, secret kisses, and the kind of messy, soul-shifting love that breaks every rule they've set for themselves. From anonymous messages to broken hearts, from missed chances to almost goodbyes, *Welcome to Mayhem* tells a queer love story that unfolds through scraped knees, handwritten letters, karaoke nights, and one unforgettable proposal. Because sometimes, falling in love isn't the end-it's just the beginning of the story.

Sitting at the very edge of adolescence, Felicity Rivers, the school's resident screw up, meets the seemingly buoyant Yaris Wasambe, the school's head prefect, on the verge of leaving the school premises at the dawn of their graduation ceremony. Brought together by their mutual desire to escape the event, the two embark on a five-hour journey of goofing off, all in the while pretending as if their absences won't be noted. This introspective short story explores the various conventions of two teens from entirely different backgrounds trying to break free from the pre-defined stereotypical lives society has set for them for as long as they can, which is about five hours.

She was built of pure light, until the world taught her how to fade. Seeking more than just a life viewed through a glass screen, Lux steps out of her bubble to find herself. But when a mysterious, pitch-black shadow sits beside her, she realizes her journey is about to take an unexpected turn.

Somber and Solemn. [COMPLETED] Somber, a solitary artist haunted by his past, lives a life of quiet pain - until a stranger named Solemn sends him a cryptic message: "I know you're hiding something."- Intrigued, Somber finds himself drawn into an unexpected connection that unravels secrets and forces them both to confront their demons. As their bond deepens, Somber must decide if he can overcome his fears and allow himself to love. Somber and Solemn - is a raw, emotional journey of healing, love, and the power of connection. Will their pasts tear them apart, or can love save them both? Written in ENGLISH

A young man struggles to balance parental/social expectations and drug/alcohol addiction.

She thought her scarf was her shield. She never knew it was her cage. Beneath Her Scarf is a raw and poetic story about loss, courage, and the moment a girl chooses to stop hiding. (This story is set in the world of the fifth emotion)

"Threads of Love" is a heartfelt coming-of-age romance that explores the emotional highs and lows of teenage love, heartbreak, friendship, and self-discovery. Sabahat, a spirited young girl navigating the rollercoaster of adolescence, steps into the world of relationships with starry eyes and naïve hopes. In her quest to feel accepted among her friends, she enters her first relationship-not out of love, but to fit in. What begins as fun quickly unravels into confusion and emotional chaos, teaching her that love isn't just a label-it's a connection that speaks to the soul. From awkward first texts with Sumeet to the emotionally distant bond with Taarak, Sabahat's journey is anything but simple. But when Badal, a childhood friend, reappears with memories and sincerity, her heart begins to hope again. Torn between loyalty, longing, and jealousy, she must decide what she truly wants-and what she deserves. Set against the backdrop of culture, family bonds, and spiritual traditions, Threads of Love is more than just a love story-it's a powerful reflection on growing up, letting go, and believing in the love that's meant for you.

Shijn Reyes wasn't the kind of person people remembered first. Hindi rin siya yung nakakalimutan. Sakto lang. "Pre si Shijn oh yung ano-" "Yung mataba?" "Hindi t*nga, yung funny typeshi" "Ahhh oo, siya!" Ganun siya. Recognizable. Pero hindi special. Hindi siya varsity. Hindi rin honor student. Hindi rin yung tipo na may ka-talking stage every week. Pero pag kasama mo siya? Hindi ka mabobore. "Pre pag yumaman ako, bibili ako ng bahay." "Wow, goals." "Tapos lalagyan ko ng aircon lahat ng CR." "...yun talaga priority mo?" "Comfort muna bago aesthetics." "T*ngina mo talaga." Tawanan. Ganun lang buhay niya. Simple. Predictable. Walang plot twist. ...hanggang sa nagkaroon.

Do all who walk among us Know what it's like to be a human Or do they only know how to walk

A short story about two friends in Seoul. One is ready to face the pressure of job hunting, the other one is not sure. Written in 2020 during my last semester of graduate studies in Seoul.

Almost Enough follows Avery, an 18-year-old sophomore navigating the exhaustion of school, the strain of changing friendships, and the subtle pressures of society, from microaggressions to unrealistic expectations. As she tries to hold herself together, an unsettling connection emerges with Elias, a seemingly caring stranger whose obsession slowly reveals itself. Amidst the darkness, a chance encounter at a local café with Leo, a cop-in-training, gives her a glimpse of trust, safety, and real support. Through betrayal, fear, and confusion, Avery must learn to distinguish validation from genuine connection, and reclaim control of her own life.

"We are like clones, you can't tell us apart. We can switch identities. And we will laugh our heads of at your confused face when you don't know who's who. We are similar in everything. Well, except for our personality" Meet the Jones' twins: Mikayla is perfect. She has an outstanding reputation of a lady, good grades that match her perfect looks and a natural talent for playing the violin. The perfect example of a child of the high society. Then there's Alexis. She can't tolerate fakeness, but everything around her seems built on lies and dishonesty, rich society at its finest. So she decides against it and riposts with all she's got, defying rule after rule with brutal honesty. She is determined to be her own person which makes her become the black sheep of the family, looked down upon with disapproval. Well, with the exception of this really hot guy that has all her sister's attention...

Lies you've been told

These are just my thoughts-raw, unfiltered, and real. I'm not here to preach or change the world, just to share what's been on my mind about society, its expectations, and the way it shapes us. Maybe you'll relate, maybe you won't. Either way, these are the thoughts I wanted to share.

Theu, a young Brazilian who, after winning a scholarship to study in the United States, finds himself immersed in an environment of wealth and ostentation, where social pressure and bullying seem inevitable. While trying to adapt to the new reality, he bumps into Luke, a rich and popular boy who, initially, tries to be his friend and invite him to be part of his circle. However, the relationship takes a hostile turn when Luke, driven by prejudice, starts to mock Theu and makes his day-to-day life even more difficult. As the conflicts increase, Theu finds himself questioning the true meaning of friendship and the price of trying to fit into a world that seems not to be his own. Will he find who his true friends are amidst so much pain and uncertainty?

They never say it outright. Not by the lake. Not in the corridor. Not when it starts to cost them something real. They learn each other in fragments- in pauses, in restraint, in everything carefully left unsaid. "I know," she tells him once. It should have been the end of it. Instead, it becomes the beginning. Because knowing changes nothing- not family, not blood, not expectation. And still- they choose it.