Under the Umbrella
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  • Reads 35
  • Votes 5
  • Parts 5
  • Time 49m
Ongoing, First published Oct 20, 2024
In the vibrant streets of Manila, where dreams clash with reality, Amara Valentina Agoncillo, a kind-hearted law student, navigates the complexities of life and love. After a bittersweet breakup with her politically passionate ex, Rafael Kairan Alvarez, their paths unexpectedly collide four years later in a tense professional meeting. As they confront unresolved feelings and buried truths, Amara grapples with her past and the haunting memories of their love.

Caught between her desire to help others and the weight of her own struggles, Amara must navigate the harsh realities of justice while facing the ghosts of their shared history. With each witty exchange and hurtful remark, they unveil the pain and growth that have shaped them both.

"Under the Umbrella" is a heartfelt journey of resilience, love, and the fight for what's right, where every moment spent under the rain leads to a storm of emotions. Will Amara and Rafael find a way back to each other, or will their unresolved past keep them apart forever?
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