Vulnerability Beneath
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Last published Tue, Aug 13, 2024
Maria Joana Ramonel had built a fortress around her heart, brick by brick, after her devastating breakup with Rex. The pain of that betrayal had hardened her, leaving her convinced she wasn't worthy of love. She'd entered a self-proclaimed "hoe phase," a whirlwind of flirtation and fleeting connections, avoiding intimacy while simultaneously pushing men away. She could charm any guy she wanted, but the moment they reciprocated, her interest vanished. One thing was certain: Maria Joana had sworn off commitment, convinced that love only brought pain.
Then Toshiya Faustino, a young man who valued genuine connection over shallow games, entered her life. He was the kind of guy who made your heart skip a beat, the type you'd dream of dating. But Toshiya was immune to Maria Joana's usual charm. He saw through her facade, sensing the vulnerability beneath her carefully constructed walls.
Would Toshiya's genuine interest break through Maria Joana's defenses, or would their paths lead to a collision of conflicting desires and painful realities?
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