Filipino Stories

Joshua thought transferring to a new school would be just another start. But then he noticed him-quiet, calm, and unforgettable. From stolen glances to teasing smiles, from small comforts to moments that made his heart race, their friendship slowly became something more. But some feelings... are meant to be remembered, not held. A slow-burn boy's love story about first crushes, heartbreak, and the memories that haunt you forever.

Sent away to a provincial school after a viral scandal, Reia Eloise Jarava keeps in touch with her friends only through chats- until she meets Rude Gideon Galvez, her infuriatingly charming class president. Between teasing banter, accidental pranks, and heartfelt messages, love blooms in the most unexpected and hilarious ways.

Asmara Teresa Ponce had etched in her mind to never open her life to others. Growing up she doesn't feel what a mother's love is. Asmara thought that every person that she will allow to know her life will eventually leave her... just like her Mommy did. There is always a boundary to everyone, except for her family. Yerevan Dale, a probinsyano boy, was eager to let Asmara experience the world outside her bubble. He is determined... and always in trouble in Asmara's eyes. They met. He let her explore the world she closed a long time ago. She saw the beauty in every person's life. Is Yerevan the only exception to Asmara's life? Posted: 03/04/26

Embark on a rollercoaster ride of workplace drama, hidden secrets, and unexpected friendships in "Ordinary Echoes." Meet Athena Barling, whose daily grind is marred by toxic colleagues Zilly Reyes and Charles Stein, leaving her self-esteem battered. But particularly Charles, what is he hiding from Athena, and why does he make her life a misery? As Athena navigates office politics, she finds solace in her passion for voice actors, particularly in the mesmerizing talent of Lucas, whose velvety voice and masterful performances make him not only her number one idol but also her ultimate source of comfort. With every stressful encounter, Athena retreats into the world of voice acting, immersing herself in the soothing echoes of Lucas's voice. Amidst the chaos, Athena stumbles upon Conrad Imonoyama, a budding voice actor, sparking an unlikely friendship that could turn into something more. Prepare for life's "firsts" as Athena's ordinary world takes an extraordinary turn, guided by the echoes of Lucas's voice, resonating through her tumultuous journey.

Love never fails. If it fails, it was never love. If it's real, love will find its way back to you.

It's a fake world, but how about their feelings? After losing a bet against her best friends. Mariah Cathyrine Fablez Salcedo, an introverted girl who was never interested in social media was forced to create a Facebook role-playing account. Deleting the account afterward was the hardest decision she needed to make after finding comfort in the guy named, Kendrick Yuen. And in the group chat that Kendra (her friend) made. Is it possible to find true love within a fake world where it is normal for people to fake their identities? Can they help Cathy succeed in stepping out of her comfort zone? Role Play World Series no. 1 Book cover by @lilac_han Published: January 14, 2025 Completed:

‎When Shawn wakes to memories of a life that shouldn't exist anymore, he realizes the past has somehow begun again. This time, he refuses to follow the same path that once led him to quiet heartbreak, choosing instead to live differently and keep his distance from the person who once held his world together. In this rewritten timeline, their lives drift apart, their paths no longer crossing the way they once did - yet the weight of the past lingers in ways Shawn can't quite explain. As familiar moments begin to unfold in unfamiliar ways, one question quietly follows him through this second life: can changing the path truly change the ending, or are some stories destined to find their way back to where they began?

"𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐨?" I looked at him, waiting for a response. ･ᯓᡣ𐭩A tale of repeated separation and reunion. A tale of two individuals finding their home... ˚❆.𖥔 ݁ ˖⋆ ˚❆.𖥔 ݁ ˖⋆ ˚❆.𖥔 ݁ ˖⋆ This is an ocxcanon fan fiction. But you could still replace names and descriptions to turn it into an xreader work. I just really wanted to tell the story I have created and kept in my head for years now. Nevertheless, I hope you enjoy. Disclaimers: •This is a 𝙁𝙖𝙣 fiction-a work of fiction created by a fan. I do not own Izana Kurokawa or any of the other characters named in the Tokyo Revengers manga and anime created by Ken Wakui. •The only characters I created and own are Rana Yamazaki and her friends and family. They are my original characters, and this is my story. Any resemblance to other characters and works are purely coincidental. ˚❆.𖥔 ݁ ˖⋆ ˚❆.𖥔 ݁ ˖⋆ ˚❆.𖥔 ݁ ˖⋆ 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝: 𝟎𝟑/𝟏𝟔/𝟐𝟔 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝: ... 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐬: 𝐎𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠

Tala is a 21-year-old first year medical student at the University of the Philippines Philippine General Hospital. Unbeknownst to most, she hails from generations of babaylans, Filipino shamans tasked with appeasing, harnessing, or communicating with spirits of the dead and of nature. While groomed to practice the ancient traditions of her forebears, she must also make her way into the world while protecting her family's legacy, both financially and socially. Though her sheltered youth makes her naive and inexperienced, she is eager to explore. Narciso is a 28-year-old pathology resident trying to juggle work and a family secret that has only barely evaded escape. He is the youngest in a family of aswangs, ordinary humans by day, monstrous shapeshifters by night, able to hide their true nature through stealth, as well as wealth accumulated through generations of assimilation with society through a booming family-owned sugar conglomerate. Narciso is torn between the vagaries of his origins, unwanted family obligations, and his medical vocation. Tala and Narciso eventually meet at the Philippine General Hospital. Narciso has become weary of the world and Tala's enthusiasm, compassion, and innervating conversations are like a breath of fresh air. Despite having different backgrounds and values, the two are inexplicably drawn to each other. Tala quickly discovers that Narciso is far more complex than she initially assumed. As their unlikely friendship grows deeper, Tala begins to understand how fear and ignorance can cause people to be unforgiving, judge others harshly, and make careless, life-altering decisions. Along with this newfound understanding comes a greater appreciation for her own heritage.

Adrian Cortez, the new transfer everyone is talking about. Handsome, rich, and a little arrogant, he exudes confidence wherever he goes. Popular online and in school, he's used to people noticing him but there's something about Clara that makes him pause. Clara Reyes, nerdy, kind, and often bullied, Clara is bright and caring despite the teasing she faces daily. She's shy and reserved, but her heart is huge, and her curiosity about Adrian slowly grows after an accidental bump changes everything.

Selene and Warren Kung sa kadiliman kita mahahagkan, hayaan mo akong mangapa sa dagat ng walang kasiguraduhan. Selene is a Political Science student and iskolar ng bayan from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. Known for being kikay and overly girly, many people underestimate her. Selene believes deeply in love, so deeply that she dreams of one day being loved unconditionally. Like the moon, she believes she can still shine even in the darkest nights. Warren is a Civil Engineering student and iskolar ng bayan from the same university. Charming and effortlessly magnetic, he easily catches people's attention. But commitment terrifies him. To him, he is like the moon, beautiful, but destined to be alone. Their world cross on a random midnight when Selene impulsively kisses Warren just to provoke a reaction from her ex-boyfriend who replaced her so easily. She thought it would end there, just one reckless moment in the dark. But a photo of them kissing had reached Selene's father. And their night became even longer. At the end of the night, what do you want to be?

There was no place for warriors in the modern world. Isagani had spent his life mastering Arnis, but without battles to fight, his skills felt meaningless-until the day he found the stone. And in the blink of an eye, he was no longer in his world. He was in the Lost Realm-a kingdom at war, a land of swords and magic. And for the first time, the world needed a warrior.

Kayleen dela Cruz is an OFW in Seoul, South Korea and been trying her luck in the Korean entertainment industry to become a script writer for five years. After failing to secure an internship at a local television network, she ended up devastated and drinking her problems away when he unexpectedly meets Cho Man Shik, the deity/guardian of fate who have been living among mortals for over a millennium. Kayleen stroke a deal with Man Shik to tell her future or her red string of fate. He eventually agreed to an agreement with Kayleen to find her red string fate because he found her views on love and fate interesting and differs from those he helped throughout this existence. Kayleen is the first person he met whom he cannot see its future or red string of fate. As Man Shik spends more time with Kayleen, he started to grow fond of her but have to remind himself of their differences and his duty as a deity. One day, Kayleen's schoolfellow and former love interest in college, Ralph Fernandez, arrived in Seoul for a business trip and ended up meeting Kayleen again at a drama show production where she was tasked to deliver coffee orders for the cast and crew. Man Shik suddenly gets a vision of Kayleen's future and started seeing her red string of fate tied to Ralph. Ralph and Kayleen's sudden encounter led to more meetings around the city and Man Shik wanting to interfere due to his growing feelings for Kayleen. Reuniting with an old flame will reignite Kayleen's past feelings and cause confusion on whether to defy or accept the love that was fated by the gods.

"Something about her just pulls me. Which is new because I'm usually the one attracting people. I'm the one who leads. But in this dance with her - Althea - I'm running around her fingers." When notorious super thief, The Traveler, is offered a free name with just 'community service' he finds himself at odds. It's bad juju to side with the law. Everyone knows that, but what if the agent pulling you in is all good vibes? He'll give it a shot, just for a heck of it. What he didn't anticipate was the feelings he would catch and the confessions he would utter - all too sincere. He's wooed many without an expression on his face, yet here he was, wearing his heart on his sleeve. It wasn't the worst feeling though. And she seemed to think the same.

Sa liwanag ng buwan, ikaw ang na sa'king tabi. Mahal ko, huwag mo akong iiwang mag-isa muli.

In the world of elite volleyball, the leap from youth prodigy to professional icon is a gauntlet of fire. Augustin Tuazon, the pride of Filipino volleyball, has finally arrived on the world stage. After a transcendent U19 run that defied the odds, he has signed with the legendary powerhouse in Perugia. But the transition isn't just about adjusting to a new country it's about chasing the shadow of the man who stands in his way. That man is Maximo Russo. Fresh off a U19 World Championship gold and decorated with both Best Opposite and MVP honors, Russo is the "Golden Boy" of Italian volleyball. Now leading a top-tier Milan squad, Russo represents the pinnacle of the sport. As the season unfolds, their paths are on a collision course that will determine if Augustin is a temporary phenomenon or a permanent force. New Chapters Every Saturday and Sundays! PS. There are Tagalog/Italian words here

Have you ever heard of a sun shower? It happens when the sun peeks through during a rainfall, creating a majestic scene where golden light mixes with the sparkling reflection of rain on the ground. Sa larangan ng siyensa, isa lamang ito natural na penomenon kung saan hindi sapat ang kapal ng ulap para tuluyang harangin ang araw. Habang sa kultura nating mga pilipino, pinapaniwalaang may kinakasal na tikbalang sa tuwing nangyayari ito. Ngunit para kay Miyumi, sa isang salita niya lamang ito mailalarawan. Pag-asa. Pag-asa kung saan sa bawat laban, problema, hirap o sakripisyo sa buhay ay may sisikat na pag-asa para sa lahat. Miyu is the sun that her parents always longed for. Since she was a kid, she has been the light in everyone else's rain. The typical person everyone relies on during their hardest times. But, who would be the sun in her rain? When her life gets hard, kanino siya tatakbo para magpatuloy muli? These questios bothered her for so many years. Not until she gets to know Zaniel. Akala niya kompleto na ang buhay niya. Katulad niya, na laging sinasandalan ng iba. Nagsilbing kaiisang tao si Zaniel na siyang masasandalan niya. Akala niya kompleto na siya at wala nang mahihiling pa. Akala niya lang pala. Zaniel was supposed to be her sunlight, but destiny slapped her with the truth. Because, in the end, Zaniel turned out to be just another rain in her life.

Ang istoryang ito ay tungkol kay Francisco "Isko" Borromeo, isang iskolar ng bayan na nangangarap makapasok sa UP-ang tanging tiket niya palabas sa kahirapan. Ngunit sa pag-abot niya ng pangarap, kasabay din niyang mararanasan ang bigat ng sistema, ang swerte at kamalasan ng buhay, at ang mga taong babago sa direksyon ng kanyang landas-kabilang na ang anak ng mayor na si Ysabel Aquintana. Hindi ito love story. O baka naman... hindi pa.

A compilation of one-shot, short stories, flash fiction and vignettes.