It all started because of the stupid sign.
When EJ's best friend, Carla, jokingly held up a bold, hand-written sign that read, *"Saan masakit, Number 7? I ki-kiss ko!"* during a heated basketball game, EJ could only watch in horror-and a little bit of awe-as Miguel, their school's star player and his longtime crush, spotted it from the court. What was meant to be an inside joke to embarrass him in front of a crowd turned into a moment that set off a string of events EJ could never have predicted.
As they're pushed into each other's lives in unexpected ways, EJ starts to realize Miguel might see him as more than just another classmate. But just when EJ dares to hope that something special is blossoming, Miguel's rival Adrian shows up to challenge their growing bond. Now, caught between admiration and doubt, EJ finds himself questioning if he's worth the risk for Miguel-or if he'll always be just a quiet admirer in the background.
Can EJ overcome his shyness and show Miguel he's worth taking a chance on, or will his feelings remain unspoken, just like the words scrawled on that fateful sign?
When Chef Margot loses her beloved restaurant to her cheating ex-fiance, her best friend, single dad Nathan, steps in with an unexpected offer to help her start over. As they collaborate, sparks fly-but can they overcome their complicated pasts for a chance at real love?
Season 4 of The Mechanic
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Margot Taylor thought she had it all: a thriving restaurant and a fiance she adored. But her world crumbled when her fiance abruptly cancelled their wedding and claimed ownership of her cherished restaurant. With her career in tatters and her heart broken, Margot is forced to start over.
Enter Nathan Davis, her loyal best friend and a single dad chasing big dreams of his own. As a partner in the multibillion-pound auto business, Nathan offers her a lifeline-a chance to open a new eatery on the grounds of his new mechanic shop.
As Margot pours her heartbreak into a new dream, her friendship with Nathan deepens into something much more electric. But their growing happiness is threatened when Nathan's ex-wife returns, determined to take their daughter away and upend the new couple's relationship. Caught in chaos, Margot must decide if she has the strength to fight for the life she's building...or let the wounds of her past ruin her future.
Content warning: This story contains depictions of eating disorders that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
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