Dulceñara Yvette Laurell's upbringing in a toxic environment left her with deep-seated anger issues. Her inner child bore the bruises, scars, and painful memories inflicted by her parents. As she grew older, her sole desire was to find peace, healing, and freedom, leading her to make the difficult decision to run away from her parents in search of a better life.
However, little did Dulceñara know that her journey would be filled with chaos and unexpected encounters. Along the way, she crossed paths with Isaac Bryce De la Frontera, who became the catalyst for the transformation she desperately sought. Isaac offered her not only love and freedom but also valuable life lessons that would shape her perspective.
Despite finding solace and growth in Isaac's presence, Dulceñara's return to her parents' home only exacerbated the situation. The wounds of her inner child were triggered, reminding her that she had been treated as a rival in her own family. The turmoil she experienced tested her resilience and challenged her ability to find calm and healing amidst the chaos.
Will Dulceñara's heart ever find true solace and healing after all that has transpired? When labeled as a rival by everyone around her, will she have the strength to accept such a role? Hindi niya alam. She was traumatized and deeply hurt that even she's a candied rivalry of his, she almost...forgot.
Date started: 01 - 30 - 23
Date ended: 03 - 01- 23
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Heated Deceptions: A Collaboration Novel written by heartlessnostalgia and HiroYuu101
How far would you go for the man you love to love you back? For Rylee, she would do anything--even lie about a pregnancy--for North Alvarado.
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Rylee Addison Sandoval's longtime crush on her brother's best friend, North Alvarado, isn't a secret. It's as embarrassing as they come, even pretending to get lost around the college department just to catch a glimpse of him. Everyone thinks it's unrequited, even Rylee herself, but one drunk night with North changes it all. Grabbing an opportunity to have him forever, Rylee tells everyone she's pregnant with his baby. North is willing to take responsibility for her and the child, but one problem: there is no child. How long can Rylee's deception last until North finally discovers the truth? And will love be enough for him to forgive her...or not?
DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish.
COVER DESIGN: Regina Dionela