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Almost, Then Always

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Judy has always kept herself guarded, building walls high enough that almost no one could see who she truly is. Then comes Joss-magnetic, unpredictable, and relentless in ways that shake her calm world. What starts as teasing glances and almost-confessions slowly ignites a connection neither of them can ignore.

Through late-night conversations, fleeting touches, and moments that feel like they might explode into something real, Judy and Joss navigate the fragile line between fear and desire, silence, and honesty. Life throws them unexpected twists-a sudden accident, distance, and the pressure of their own ambitions-forcing them to confront truths they've long avoided.

But as they inch closer, along with friends who love, tease, and challenge them, one thing becomes certain: the almosts are over. And when the world finally fades away, what remains is always.

Love, longing, and the fire between two people who finally decide to risk everything-this is a story of almosts, what-ifs, and the moments that make forever worth it.All Rights Reserved

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Halfway To Forever by blueberrykisses18

They started as classmates, then friends, then something that didn't quite fit any word. The problem? Neither of them were ready to call it love. They never meant to fall for each other. It just happened quietly, in glances that lingered too long and silences that said too much. What started as teasing and shared notes turned into something heavier, something neither of them dared to name. Elena swears she's fine keeping it undefined, even when her heart stumbles every time his eyes find hers. And Noah he hides behind jokes, behind that easy confidence, pretending he doesn't care when he clearly does. It's the kind of almost love that burns slow, the kind that ruins you softly. Between laughter and denial, comfort and confusion, they walk the line between friendship and something more, too scared to cross it, too scared to let go. __ Friends to something less than lovers, more than bestfriends.

Dear Ethan: A Friends to Lovers Romance by violetsudo

Jodie has a crush on Ethan Majors, a popular senior who's destined to be the next big football star. But he has no clue about her feelings. When their wires get crossed, they end up having a falling out. Ten years later, they meet again. Should they discuss the past, even if it means bringing up old wounds? Because if they are both brave, this could be their second chance at love, as long as they both are ready to spill all their long-kept secrets. *This can be read as a standalone or as a prequel to The End Game*

All I ever wanted by aikexoxi

"I know we broke up, but.., " he whispers in my ear, trailing his finger lightly along my arm. He places a soft kiss on my collarbone, making a shiver course through me. He tilts his head so he's staring straight into my eyes. His pupils dilate as he gazes at my face, stroking my cheeks slightly with his thumb. "I just can't seem to give you up." And with that, he crashes his lips onto mine. ~~~ After her boyfriend cheats on her with her best friend and disappears from town without an explanation, Dove Kelch loses all hope in love and fairytales. Two years later, she plans to go through the senior year unscathed, but everything changes when her ex returns to town in the grandest way ever. Insert the arrival of a new exchange student who falls for Dove and threatens to break down her walls, being everything her ex wasn't. But as they say- your first love is always the hardest. Now Dove is stuck between her cold-hearted first love and the new guy who treats her like a queen. As feelings unravel and secrets unveil, Dove gets to learn that the devil you know might be better than the angel you don't know. And how quickly can love change to obsession? Throw in the funniest classmates, late-night drives, crazy parties, and get ready for this roller coaster of drama. Warning: contains mature scenes.

Unlucky by Kim7244

Jane never planned to fall in love with her best friend. It just... happened. Late-night texts, train rides filled with laughter, inside jokes that felt like secrets meant only for them - it all felt like love. But when she finally confessed, things didn't fall into place. They fell apart. Now, she's stuck between memories that feel too beautiful to forget and a reality that hurts too much to accept. Silence replaces conversations. Distance replaces closeness. And heartbreak? It's the new normal. He's moved on. She's trying to. But how do you let go of someone who never truly belonged to you, yet felt like home? A story about one-sided love, what-ifs, and finding peace in the chaos of heartbreak.

Almost, Always by iatricus

Six years of friendship. One unspoken truth. A love too complicated to name-until it's almost too late. Arthur has it all together-or so it seems. A sharp mind, a steady career, and a voice that melts hearts on stage. But when it comes to love, he's been stuck in limbo for years. That's what happens when you fall for your best friend and can't risk losing him. Robert is everything Arthur's not: confident, athletic, emotionally guarded-but always there. For six years, they've built a friendship that borders on something more, something neither of them dares define. As new people enter their lives and the lines between friendship and something deeper blur, Arthur is forced to make a choice: keep waiting for something that might never happen, or finally let go. But just when he chooses to move on, Robert reveals the truth he's been hiding all along. A slow-burn, dual-POV love story about timing, vulnerability, and the kind of love that lingers-Almost, Always. For fans of emotional tension, queer yearning, and stories that hurt just enough before they heal.

More Than Forever by Ariannas_Life

Olivia Hayes and Ethan Cole have been best friends for years - inseparable, supportive, and always there for each other. In the cozy bustle of the modern city, they navigate careers, life's ups and downs, and a friendship that everyone assumes will last forever... without ever turning romantic. But beneath the laughter, late-night conversations, and quiet touches, something deeper simmers. Olivia has long harbored feelings for Ethan, but she's terrified to risk their friendship. Ethan, too, is caught between desire and fear, wondering if Olivia feels the same way. One night changes everything. A late-night confession sparks a tension that neither can ignore, leading to stolen glances, near-misses, and heated encounters that push them closer than ever. Their once-safe friendship becomes a thrilling slow burn, filled with passion, teasing, and undeniable chemistry. From rooftop confessions to quiet, intimate nights at home, Olivia and Ethan explore the depths of their desire. Their moans fill her apartment, their whispers echo with years of longing finally unleashed. Yet even as they give in to the physical, their emotional bond strengthens, proving that love built on trust and friendship can withstand any temptation. Through office flirtations, playful teasing, and the challenges of balancing work and romance, Olivia and Ethan grow into something beautiful and unshakable. Years later, Ethan proposes under the city skyline where their journey began, and they spend two joyful years planning a wedding filled with family, friends, and colleagues who have cheered them on from the start. The novel culminates in a breathtaking ceremony, where their love story comes full circle. Together, they live happily ever after - a testament to patience, passion, and the power of love between two people who have always been meant to find each other.

Clouds Don't Lie (Jo x Harua) by Azraelite

Jo is calm, collected, and quite content on just looking at Harua from afar. Harua is everything he isn't-sunny, popular, and dangerously close to his comfort zone... especially since Jo has been crushing on him in secret for years. Now their worlds are colliding in ways neither of them expected. A high school slow-burn BL full of stolen glances, accidental touches, and the chaotic best friends who refuse to let them tiptoe around their feelings. From study sessions, sleepovers, and group dares to late-night confessions and a very determined secret group chat orchestrating their romance, nothing is ever simple... or subtle. Will Jo notice Harua's hints before it's too late? Can Harua navigate his own feelings without overwhelming Jo? And just how many meddling friends does it take to push two idiots together? This is a story of friendship, laughter, small moments, and the messy, wonderful journey of two boys finally letting themselves fall.

Ava & Liam: What it means to stay by everiris

Ava never expected her last year of high school to start with a stranger changing everything. Quiet, unpredictable, impossible to read, Liam walks into her life like a storm she didn't see coming. He hides behind sarcasm and long sleeves, drifting through school like he's just passing through. Ava tells herself not to care. But then he looks at her. And she sees it, the pain he tries to bury, the secrets he pretends don't exist, the loneliness he carries like a shadow. When they're forced to work together for a class project, Ava slowly discovers the truth he hides from everyone else: Liam doesn't let people close. Because the last time he did... it destroyed him. What begins as awkward teamwork turns into late-night conversations, shared moments, and quiet confessions neither of them meant to say out loud. They're not supposed to fall for each other. They're not even supposed to be friends. But some connections don't care about rules. As Ava gets pulled deeper into Liam's world and the complicated, fragile life he tries so hard to manage, she realizes there's more at stake than just her heart. Because Liam's past is darker than she ever imagined. And the truth waiting for him is something that might change everything. This is a story about two people learning to trust again... about staying when it's easier to run... and about finding light in the one person you never expected. A slow-burn, emotional romance about healing, secrets, and the kind of love that makes you brave.

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Halfway To Forever

They started as classmates, then friends, then something that didn't quite fit any word. The problem? Neither of them were ready to call it love. They never meant to fall for each other. It just happened quietly, in glances that lingered too long and silences that said too much. What started as teasing and shared notes turned into something heavier, something neither of them dared to name. Elena swears she's fine keeping it undefined, even when her heart stumbles every time his eyes find hers. And Noah he hides behind jokes, behind that easy confidence, pretending he doesn't care when he clearly does. It's the kind of almost love that burns slow, the kind that ruins you softly. Between laughter and denial, comfort and confusion, they walk the line between friendship and something more, too scared to cross it, too scared to let go. __ Friends to something less than lovers, more than bestfriends.