Banter Stories

"She's just a rival, nothing else-and never will be," he shouted. Vihaan Chopra (16) is the class topper and the heartthrob of the school. Girls admire him, teachers praise him, but he keeps his head down-his eyes only on his dream of becoming a national-level basketball player. The only problem? His mother has other plans-she wants him to be a civil officer. Vihaan is focused, disciplined... and believes he despises her. "He thinks he's smart, but to me, he's just stupid," she rolled her eyes. Navya Malhotra (16) is one of the class topper-a cheerful, witty girl who's always smiling. But behind her sunshine is a life full of shadows. With a distant father and the pressure to be the "perfect" daughter, Navya hides her true dream: to become a singer. Caught between expectations and her passion, she's fighting her own silent battle. They were supposed to be enemies. Just rivals. Nothing more. But fate doesn't always follow the rules. Join this story of banter, heartbreak, ambition, and unexpected love-where two opposites find a connection they never saw coming. ♡♡♡ Tropes: •Extrovert X Introvert •Sunshine X sunshine •Chaotic X Calm •Academic rivals •Forced proximity •Slow burn •Healed each other

Matt and Emerald are coworkers, partners, best friends in the cutthroat Harmony syndicate. Emerald's life is so covered in blood that her teeth are stained with it, but she is an assassin. Matt's gotten out of more meetings alive than he hasn't, which he counts as a win. They're taking life one day at a time, together. An episodic, disordered view of the (mis)adventures of a stubborn, insensitive assassin and an easy-going, smooth-talking negotiator.

"Who are you?" She blinked, bemused, utterly shocked. "Guess?" He prompted, voice softening until he failed to recognize it as his own. "I," she paused, meeting his gaze again, "I don't know." He exhaled a rueful breath, before he nodded. "It's okay. You don't have to. Just... stay, hmm?" ~ 𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐒 Age- Unknown Profession- Depends on the century Social Circle- Atrenum Club He was immortal. An heir to the legacy humans only heard about through the books they were told to take lightly. Eagle was his home animal, sharp, far-sighted, ruler of the sky-everything his legacy was. Everything he was. Except he questioned every bit of it whenever she stumbled through his life-either in ridiculously heavy ball gowns or oversized t-shirts dusted with sugar and warmth. There was no in between. 𝐃𝐀𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐒𝐇 Age- (you should not ask a woman her age: her voice) Profession- Ambassador and Crown Princess of her nation Social Circle- Royal councils, political committees She was born with the weight of royalty on her shoulders. And yet, it was not the highlight of her life. It was an immortal who looked at her as he had been waiting for her over centuries. The council had trained her to be calm, composed, elegant-even when the danger was right there, waiting. But no one ever prepared her about what to do if the danger was patient enough to hold flowers instead of a dagger.

~AARAV SINGHANIA × KHUSHI TIWARI~ "My eyes met many eyes but got lost in yours" ~AARAV " you're exactly what I wanted" ~KHUSHI TROPES: ° He fell first and harder ° Dramatic FL ° Contract marriage ° Banter ° Slow burn ° Caring, possessive and jealousy ° Dramatic

She came to thornwood Academy with one mission: uncover the vampire rumored to be hiding among the students. He was the golden boy everyone adored-untouchable, brilliant, and maddeningly arrogant. Their rivalry was instant, their clashes legendary. She hated his smirk, his secrets, the way he seemed to know her better than anyone. What she didn't know? He was the very monster she'd sworn to destroy-the vampire prince cloaked in perfection. As trials grow deadlier and shadows close in, suspicion turns to obsession, and hatred burns into something far more dangerous. Because falling for him isn't just forbidden... it could cost her everything. ! ORIGINAL WORK ! ! DO NOT COPY !

Story about a couple who have chaotic best friends who can never stand each other and always bicker to each other no matter where they are. Read about the plot twist that changed the whole game.

If Sam & Max were to ever be in Smash Bros. (huge asterisk on "if") I picture them having their own conversational segment. You know, something akin to Snake's Codecs or Palutena's Guidance. And thus, we have the Freelance Police Inspection. In it, our lawfully dubious duo gives their two-cents on each and every fighter in the latest Smash Brothers roster. Some informative, others not so much. Or at all for that matter. (All things considered, this was a pretty refreshing writing exercise I gave myself. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.) Disclaimer: This is a simple parody featuring characters I do not own. Both Sam & Max and Super Smash Bros. belong solely to respective owners, Steve Purcell and Masahiro Sakurai.

Finley is a ball of fire, and her career is skyrocketing. She has to be tough to survive in the world of stockbrokers, each trying to outdo the other for the top dog. Unfortunately, she didn't see a twist of nepotism or the boy's club succeeding in shutting her out. Not willing to take the setback lying down, Finley quits her job and heads to a Mexican resort with her best friend for three days of unrivaled drinking, partying, and letting her hair down. Ethan is a straight shooter and as alpha as they come. Women serve one purpose in his world, which is a temporary stress reliever to his high-powered job. When he first sets eyes on Finley, the chemistry is off the charts, and he is looking forward to his brief vacation. Three days is all they have, and they make sure to use every moment of it. Karma is surely laughing at him, as this twist of fate is about to see one hardened bachelor and a consummate career woman become parents? Strap in for one bumpy ride where neither is willing to give an inch, and both know exactly what the other ought to do in this situation. Can drunken mishaps, coincidental second meetings, and a meddling family be the recipe for true love and a baby carriage?

Stuck With You (With You Series #2) "I need to talk to you. Could you spare me a minute?" "Is this some kind of love confession or something?" "Keep dreaming, pretty." --- Eleanor Merone has a problem. She needs to raise money for med school, but her abusive father refuses to help. On a whim, she applies for the role of Assistant Manager for the Indiana Aces, and gets hired. Jesse Madden has a problem. As the star player of the Aces, he's developing a crippling fear of basketball. The last thing he needs is a headstrong manager who thinks he's spoiled, just as he thinks of her. When Eleanor is tasked with convincing Jesse to return to practice, they clash at every turn, each convinced the other is too privileged to understand their struggles. But one fateful night changes everything: Jesse discovers that the only way he can step onto the court without panicking... is with Eleanor by his side.

Weekly Updates Ten years ago, Simon Bennett was the nerd everyone laughed at - especially her. Now he's a successful tech CEO, armed with confidence. When a delayed flight forces him face-to-face with the cheer captain who made his teenage years unbearable, he's ready for closure... not chemistry. She doesn't even recognise him. But as old memories unravel and hidden grief comes to light, a hilarious, awkward, slow-burn romance begins - proving that sometimes love shows up long after the final bell rings. A romantic comedy about second chances, healing, and falling for the last person you expected.

Is night really all that different from day? She is the lowliest of scum, the least honorable of all criminals. He is hope in itself, lighting up a kingdom consumed by civil war. They are seemingly as different as night and day. But what happens when two enemies separated by life in itself meet? What happens when all you thought was true crumbles between your fingers? What happens when you are but a pawn in a game? A puppet on strings? Author's note: Hi~ I hope you- my very honored reader will come to follow along my story! ◝(ᵔᗜᵔ)◜ This is my first ever book and as I am still learning English there might be some errors here and there. ( ꩜ ᯅ ꩜;)  Thank you!  ⸜(｡˃ ᵕ ˂)⸝♡ Book updates every Saturday! + bonus chapters! -Hanyue

Tanya was at her brother's wedding where she met the one person she least expected to find, Vedant, her first love.

Five knights. Seven deadly trials. One girl who doesn't belong. By day, Lacy Linden lives an unremarkable life in rural Appalachia. By night, she wakes in Urwald, a savage otherworld where demons hunt, relics burn, and five boys have been chosen to complete a sacred Quest. There's Aksel, the rigid leader who never breaks. Everest, a reckless flirt with blood on his hands. Carter, explosive, hungry, and hiding ambition behind jokes. Tristan, brilliant, but unsure if Knighthood is his true destiny. And Rhett... who already walked away. Lacy was never meant to be part of the Quest. She doesn't believe. She doesn't fit. And she has reasons for being there she refuses to name. Seven trials will strip them of pride, faith, restraint, and love. Desire becomes a weapon. Truth becomes a death sentence. And some sins refuse to stay buried. ✨ slow-burn romance ⚔️ deadly trials 🖤 found family with sharp edges 🔥 tension, betrayal, and stolen kisses In Urwald, survival isn't enough. You have to face what you want most.

Without thinking about it, I reached out and gently took the tip of her lip between my fingers, just enough to stop her from biting it any further. "Careful," I murmured, my voice low. "You might hurt yourself." Her eyes flicked up to mine, surprise flashing across her face, but she didn't pull away. The air felt charged, a beat passing between us--her lip free from its assault, my fingers lingering a second too long. A faint smile tugged at my mouth. "Besides, if anyone's going to bruise that lip, it should probably be me, right?" ----- What do you think the epitome of rock bottom is? Getting dumped by your superhero boyfriend? Your roommate kicking you out without notice? Being kidnapped by the lamest criminal imaginable? Or maybe it's losing the only job you've ever had? For Emily Vasquez, it was all of the above. Enter Ransom Alexander: the supervillain responsible for her kidnapping, who--thanks to a little blackmail--lost control of the situation, leaving him with an unexpected new roommate. She wants a job, dignity, and maybe a therapist. He wants world domination, or at least validation from cooler villains. Both of them clearly have issues, so really... what's the worst that could happen?

If your boyfriend was a serial killer, what would you do first? Call the cops? Become his accomplice? Or kill him first? Brielle Averette is a 21 year old criminology major who can never seem to catch a break- when she found out that there is something definitely worse than finding out that your partner is a cheater, she knew to act fast Cameron Sullivan is the infamous campus killer- not referring to his charms. He majors in fine arts, but recently he had only been painting with blood. His girlfriend's been acting distant, however. It worries him, like it would for any other boyfriend. But he's only playing the part of the doting love interest. What goes on in the sick mind of this psychopath is a puzzle Brielle is working to uncover- hopefully unnoticed ⚠️This series (slightly) touches on many topics such as murder, psychological manipulation, suicide, self-harm, sexual assault, and mental disorders. None of these topics will be glorified, ignorantly discussed, or condoned. If you have issues involving any of the listed, read at your own risk. Remember, if you ever find yourself looking for a reason, talk to someone-anyone willing to listen, whether that is a friend, a family member, or a stranger. Additionally, all events in this story are fictional. Any similarities to incidents or people in real life are due to sheer coincidence.

❝live. compete. fall in love.❞ Avery Sharma-Miller has absolutely nothing left to lose, and she is determined to make the most of the final year of her master's degree. Unfortunately for Avery, she cannot be rid of Daniel Ward, her longtime academic rival. (Daniel, the nicest guy in their department, who just seems to hate her) (Or does he?) ₊˚‧︵₊୨ᰔ୧₊︵‧˚₊ open novella contest entry started: 09 feb 2026 ended:

Your a normal person who got hit with a wave of nostalgia when you go into your bathroom and then exit only to fall from the sky and into a horde of shard amalgamations with your fate being unknown will you lose it as your mind breaks or will you be killed or will you survive and try your best to help the others though they see you as a monster that needs to be put down I DONT OWN STUFF UNLESS I SAY SO

❝𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞 - 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭?❞ IN WHICH... Eight teens. One high school football team. A cheer squad that won't back down. At Redhaven High, the Knights dominate the field, but love, rivalry, and chaos are the real game. Johnny Lawson is the quarterback everyone relies on - but can he navigate slow-burn feelings for the fierce and fearless Frankie Curtis before the rival school steals more than their wins?

In a kingdom where rival magical clans are forbidden to interact, a sarcastic healer and an arrogant fire-wielder are forced to pretend they're in love to stop a political war. The problem? They can't stand each other-and pretending starts to feel dangerously real.

All of them will pay... Before the gods, before the moons and sun, and even before the heaven's themselves. The world was ruled by 7 dragons. And their one dragon king Alarictis . But they went missing after there king was banished by the heavens. But what's to make the world when they return? The goddess Nilufer! God of all Seas! But being a new god, I have to figure out how to rule a nation, keep order, and repent for the sins of the h̸̹̔ư̶̢m̷͕̓a̶̙͐ń̷͓ ̴̘̋c̶͉͂r̴͇̒e̷̺͘ä̸̻́t̵͖̾i̵̼͘o̴̜̒n̴̜̿? with a looming prophecy of the heavens return... No matter for the stage needs an actor and the show must go on! So I shall smile and dance this eternal role the heavens had given me! h̵͓̀ő̵̠w̴̟̾ ̴͈͑m̵̡̚u̵̖͐c̸͍̃ḧ̴̻́ ̶̺͝l̸͙̓o̷̤͒ñ̶̥g̶͕̏ḛ̶̌r̵̲͝ ̷̰̈́s̶̠̿h̷̛̭ạ̷͛l̴̤͆l̸͖͌ ̴̱̀I̴͖͑ ̵̭͐s̶̛̰u̷̠̿f̸̼̎f̸̧̕ȇ̸̜r̸̨̿?̴̻͋ ̷͆͜w̵̐͜h̴͎̾ę̴̈́n̷̖̅ ̵͙̑w̴͎͑i̶̖̒l̴͝ͅl̶̩̽ ̴̘͋t̴͈͗ĥ̸̠ê̵͎ ̴͕̍c̴̪̀ȗ̷̠ȓ̴̨t̷̟̓ă̴̢i̸̻͒n̶̻̆s̵̼͆ ̸͍̅f̶͔͐í̸̭n̵̗̒ȁ̴͓ĺ̶͔l̷̏͜ỳ̴̻ ̸̩̾c̴̹̈́l̵͓̿o̶̲̕s̶̆ͅê̶̞?̵͎̈ but in the end I'm only a ?̷̩̐u̷͚̓Ḿ̸̱a̵͉̒!̶̜̿n̸̯̄