Work Stories

"Bridget Jones with a lot more wine! This story is hilarious, feel-good and relatable in all the best ways!" - Grace K @ HQ. She's just quit her high-flying job, and her marriage is coasting on fumes. Can Alice find a sense of purpose in the wreckage? ***** Alice's life isn't going to plan. She's tied to her phone, pointlessly managing PR for a sinking corporate megalith. She's become a bit player in her kids' lives, and her marriage is coasting on fumes. Forcing herself into action with a rash resignation, Alice sets out to make a positive impact on the world around her. But how? Meditation leads to napping, and her attempts to get closer to her teenage daughter result in the discovery of a secret that leaves her at a loss. As the months tick by and a sense of purpose continues to elude her, Alice finds herself forming bonds with the most unlikely characters: the young woman who panhandles outside her old office; the homeless boy who sits cross-legged outside the liquor store with his ginger cat; her own dog walker who, it turns out, knows a thing or two about developing a good crema. Testing the limits of marriage, motherhood and the Toronto subway system -- can Alice find her way into a purpose-driven life? Or will it all be one giant hangover? [*Wattpad Editor's Pick 2018*] [[word count: 70,000-80,000 words]] Readers say: "This had me laughing so loud that my sister came to check up on me to see if I'm OK!!!" "...the new Bridget Jones, a working woman's take on the digital age." About the Author: Working mother and red wine enthusiast, Renee lives in Toronto with her flawed but wonderful family (seriously, who left socks on the kitchen counter?) in a flawed but wonderful house (what *is* that smell in the basement?) where she writes flawed but wonderful stories about what it is to be a woman today.

Araaya Avasthi, a spirited and independent 24-year-old, never imagined she would end up married to Abhimanyu Dixit, the 27-year-old multimillionaire who has been her childhood rival. Cold, ruthless, and seemingly incapable of love, Abhimanyu is charming to everyone but her-and this marriage was not even her choice. It was the dying wish of her beloved grandmother. Thrown into a world of wealth, power, and unspoken grudges, Araaya must navigate a life with a man who has vowed never to fall in love. Determined and resilient, she faces old rivalries, simmering tensions, and unexpected challenges-but amid the chaos, there may be a spark neither of them saw coming. *This is a slow burn- consider yourself warned!*

My boyfriend has been cheating on me with my sister for two years. We locked eyes before my sister smiled. I knew that smile. That was the one she made when something went her way. And I'm sure she wanted me to see them. "Hey, Alma. Merry Christmas", Mila said happily, hugging my boyfriend. They grined at me on my bed - completely naked. "Screw you, Mila." That was my Christmas' present two years ago. The solution? Leave. Far away. Maybe even forever. Out of sight, out of mind. Or so I thought... Until my mother called. My sister and James were getting married. I had to come back home. For better or for worse. Before first ? Let's me get drunk tonight at the club and forget about these painful memories. At least, that's what I thought. . . #1 in Wedding

Aarvish sees Khushi as chaotic, unserious, and distracting. Khushi sees him as robotic, arrogant, boring CEO who probably breathes spreadsheets. They clash instantly: She talks too much. He talks only when necessary. She laughs at everything. He barely smiles. He lived by rules. She never followed one

She's brilliant at her job, but outside the garage, her past never lets her rest. He's the world champion driver who seems to have it all. Late nights on the pit lane bring more than just data and setups-they bring quiet confessions, trust, and feelings neither of them expected. A slowburn romance between an engineer running from her past and the driver who might be the one to help her finally breathe.

[Blurb] Vahni Bhasin has everything going for her. Swanky job, great friends and the perfect boyfriend. What could go wrong? Two words. New Boss. Vahni's life starts unravelling with the entrance of Dev Raghuvanshi in the building. She has a crazy theory that he has somehow jinxed her perfect life. Yet she cannot stop herself from thinking about him every waking moment. As she learns that not everything is as it seems to be, the lines between love and hate start blurring. Feelings start soaring and she is now in, what can only be called, uncharted territory. Join Vahni on this roller coaster ride of a love-hate relationship. (This is a spin-off of 'The Great Indian College Romance' and 'The Great Indian Wedding Romance'. You do not need to read these before diving into this one. Works just as well as a standalone. Minor spoilers only.)

Sa isang malaking kumpanya sa Makati, sanay na si Joshua Lim sa tahimik at maayos na takbo ng team nila. Bilang newly hired assistant, dumaan siya sa adjustments, overtime, at pressure-pero unti-unti na siyang nagiging komportable sa current manager at sa mga ka-team niya na parang pamilya na rin ang turingan. Pero isang announcement ang magbabago sa lahat. "Next month, we will be welcoming our new department manager-Kyle Ramirez." Simula noon, parang rollercoaster na ang lahat-mixed emotions, office tension, silent competitions, at mga desisyong pwedeng magpabago ng career at puso. Sino nga ba si Kyle? Mabait ba siyang leader o magiging dahilan ng pagkawatak-watak ng team? At paano haharapin ni Joshua ang mga pagbabago-lalo na kung may kakaibang koneksyon siyang mararamdaman sa bagong manager? Isang kwento ng ambition, loyalty, pressure, at damdaming hindi inaasahan. Let's read the story as it unfolds.

"I don't remember you." Those words shattered everything Louis had held onto for thirteen years. But memories don't just disappear. And some pasts... refuse to stay buried.

Samskriti doesn't believe in love, but she does believe in good outfits, loud weddings, and stealing the spotlight on the dance floor. While Pavish believes in responsibility, family, and complicating life with anything but the contracted arrangement of marriage. What would happen if two different individuals with different beliefs agree themselves on a pact to satisfy their own reasons. Especially if one of them breaks the pact. When an arranged marriage proposal ties their families together, what was supposed to be simple becomes anything but, especially when love, distrust, past wounds show up Because while Sam and Pavish are busy pretending this is just practical... Drishya and Vikash are discovering that love has its own timing - and its own drama. Two strangers crossing lines. Between wedding preparations, late-night arguments, laughter that lingers too long, and tension that feels a little too personal, four lives begin to intertwine in ways none of them planned. After all, sometimes life is arranged. A Shaadi where Love was unwelcomed. And Drama that definitely shows up with the calm colliding with chaos and tensions that charge the air around. But Fate? It writes its own script.

Tunog ng kampana at pagtil ng oras. Isang batang nagngangalangang Dathea ang siyang umibig sa isang batang mababa na kagaya niya, o sa akala niya lang. . . Sa pagpatay at paggagahasa sa kaniyang nanay, si Yven ay nagtangkang patayin ang gumawa nito na kung saan dito magbabago ang buhay niya, o magiging alipin din kagaya ng nanay niya. . . Hindi isa, ngunit dalawang proyekto na ang ayaw ni Bossing-unang gawa palang ngunit ayaw nga ba talaga ni bossing ang proyekto, o sadyang nakakapanghinala na lamang. . . Tatlong istorya na siyang dahilan kung bakit muling tumutunog ang kampana at tumitigil ang oras. Tatlong istorya na may kaniya-kaniyang kapalaran at tadhana.

The world is filled with magic, gold, warriors, mages, tamers, guilds, castles and royalty. I was born between a warrior and a beast tamer. My mother retires guild work and opened a tavern, as my father gained more experience and rank within the guild. My parents had five children including me, and were raised within a close community with cousins aunts and uncles. I have three older brothers and a older sister. Two of my brothers are warriors wielding swords and axes, my third brother and my sister are both beast tamers with three pets following their orders. I have twelve older cousins six warriors, four mages and two beast tamers. I was babied by my whole family, but I am determined to prove everyone wrong and become stronger than anyone could believe. I want to train, fight and enter dungeons. One day I will be the best adventurer my town have ever seen!

A disciplined warrior from a hidden magical world is forced into modern Earth after a dark spirit is released. There he forms an unlikely friendship with a broken man named Sahil. As two worlds slowly collide, destiny pushes them toward a war that could decide the fate of both realms.

She was only supposed to be his personal assistant. Working for the cold and untouchable CEO Adrian Cole meant following rules, staying professional, and never crossing the line. But he kept looking at her like she meant more. Protecting her like she mattered. Pushing her away the moment she got too close. Confused by his mixed signals, she ran away without a word. He searched for her for a year... Then forced himself to move on. Or at least, that's what everyone thought. Three years later, fate brings them back together in the worst possible way - A hotel mix-up, a drugged CEO, a woman his mother wants him to marry... And the only person who ends up in his room that night is the one he never forgot. Old feelings return. Secrets come out. And this time, walking away may not be possible.

When You Meet The One Casandra "Cassie" Villianueva has it all-wealth, intelligence, and beauty-but she chooses to keep her privileged life a secret. Wanting to experience life as a normal student, she enrolls at De Villa University, blending in as just another face in the crowd. But hiding her true identity isn't as easy as she thought, especially when she becomes the target of relentless bullies. Zyden Iñigo "Iñigo" "zy" De Villa, the heir to the prestigious De Villa family, is known for his charm, confidence, and protective nature. When he crosses paths with Cassie, he sees beyond her quiet and nerdy facade, drawn to the mystery in her eyes. And when he witnesses her being bullied, he steps in-saving her in ways she never expected. As their worlds intertwine, a love story unfolds-one that challenges, secrets, social status, and the boundaries of the heart. But with their families' names carrying weight and expectations, will love be enough to keep them together? "When You Meet The One" is a tale of love, courage, and destiny-proving that sometimes, the right person finds you when you least expect it.

Claire believes in plans. In fresh starts. In a life full of possibilities. Mirco believes in nothing-except that you can't rely on anyone. He's the kind of guy people warn you about: closed off, untouchable, with a life he keeps hidden in the shadows. And yet, he's exactly the one Claire can't seem to let go of. Between them, something begins to grow-something neither of them planned. Too intense. Too real. Too dangerous to ignore. But while Claire wants to explore the world, Mirco is still fighting his own. And when she leaves, she takes more than just memories with her. She takes him. And this time, he's ready to risk everything to get her back. ... **Scene excerpt:** "You're such an asshole," she gasped, brushing wet strands of hair out of her face. I just grinned. "Correct." My gaze drifted over her before I could stop it-her shirt was almost transparent now, the water leaving nothing to the imagination. "And you're screwed," I added quietly. She looked down at herself, then back at me. "I swear you do this on purpose!" I raised an eyebrow slightly. "I think you do." For a moment, everything between us went still. Just the soft sound of water moving. Just the way we were looking at each other. "What do you want, Mirco?" she asked eventually. I held her gaze. Direct. Too long. I. Want. You. But I didn't say it. Instead, I placed my hands on her waist and pulled her under the water. The picture is from Pinterest

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Valery is a 40-year-old woman who has been working in the sales department for over three years. Her manager, Prince, is a 46-year-old man known for his permanently serious expression, the kind that makes most people too intimidated to approach him. Strangely, though, that same cold demeanor seems to draw even more attention. In the office, he constantly finds himself the center of lingering glances from both men and women alike... and Valery is no exception. She has been secretly attracted to him for years, allowing herself only small, subtle attempts at flirting while doing her best to maintain a professional and natural working relationship. She never wanted to make things awkward between them, especially since he never seemed to notice... or perhaps simply chose not to. But everything changed the night before Valentine's Day. After getting lost on her way home, Valery happened to see him stepping out of a flower shop, holding a large bouquet of red roses in his hands... ...and for the first time, her heart sank at the thought that they might not be meant for her.

Rayne Winchester has spent years surviving the chaos of being an assistant to Elliot Russell-her infuriatingly demanding, ridiculously wealthy, and devastatingly handsome boss. He never lets her breathe, never gives her a break... so she takes one herself. A secret trip to Italy was supposed to be the perfect escape. Sun, fashion, and freedom-until she turns around and finds Elliot standing on the beach, furious and very much not in the office where she left him. Now, trapped in paradise with the last person she wanted to see, Rayne is forced to face the reality she's been running from. What happens when they get caught together? What secrets have they been keeping from each other? And what will hurt more-the truth or the lies? NOTE: update every Friday Love fia xx Highest ranking #1 in British #51 in Romance #5 in Italy #3 in Holiday #2 in Employee #23 in Possessive #28 in Boss #17 in Work

The creator of a 26th century matchmaker is anti-romantic, but when an analyst challenges her views, she relives painful memories, exposing her technology's flaws and threatening her identity. ｡ ✴︎ ⋆⚛ 🤖 ⚛⋆ ✴︎ ｡ Kayla Lacson believes that love is a biological equation that can be solved. She is the brilliant mind behind Dorothea, the most advanced AI dating application of the 26th-century, designed to calculate compatibility with extraordinary precision. Kayla's world is crafted in data, logic, and predictable outcomes. That is, until Mathew Matel, a Behavioral Analyst whose brilliance matches hers, joins her team and challenges her views. When Dorothea's latest revision loses public trust and corporate pressure mounts, he becomes the catalyst that forces Kayla to confront buried trauma, uncovering the flaws of her creation and fracturing her carefully structured reality. Despite Dorothea's calculation of their incompatibility, Kayla finds herself drawn to Mathew. Flashes of his face begin to haunt her as she tries to unravel his unexplainable familiarity. And when her very identity is threatened by tangled feelings, she must decide whether love is something to manipulate or something to surrender to. ｡ ✴︎ ⋆⚛ 🤖 ⚛⋆ ✴︎ ｡ Written for ONC 2026 ｡ ✴︎ ⋆⚛ 🤖 ⚛⋆ ✴︎ ｡ Genres: Romance SciFi Speculative Fiction Unconventional SciFi Hard SciFi Slow Burn Romance

Some love stories don't begin with fireworks- they begin with silence, distance, and two people standing still, unsure if they should move forward or let go. She learned how to survive on her own, building walls high enough to protect her heart. He learned how to keep looking up, believing that even broken skies can still be beautiful. When their paths cross, love doesn't rush in-it waits. It grows in shared sunsets, quiet conversations, and moments where words are no longer needed. But love is never simple, especially when both are carrying past wounds they've never truly healed. But love is never simple, especially when both are carrying past wounds they've never truly healed. Sometimes, falling in love isn't about chasing someone- it's about staying, standing where you are, and choosing each other despite the fear. A soft, slow-burn romance about timing, healing, and finding love under the same sky. Start:12/29/25 End: (not decided yet)