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Julian Montez thinks life in the quiet town of Romblon will never change, especially with his best friend, Joaquin, by his side. But when Joaquin's estranged father unexpectedly arrives and whisks him away to the city, Julian's world is turned upside down. For a while, they stay connected through letters, until one day, the messages stop.Joaquin has vanished without a trace.Years later, Julian's world shifts again when he moves to Manila with his mother's new family. Now a university student, Julian is on a mission to find Joaquin and reconnect.But when he finally tracks him down, he's faced with a harsh reality: the Joaquin he knew is gone. In his place is a slick socialite with a mean streak, and always by his side is his stunning best friend, Alexander.******Start Date: October 2024End Date: March 2025Originally published under Crimson3/Gossipgirl03 in Tagalog-English (2009)Former title: Bestfriend x Boyfriend…

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Something's wrong...That's the thought that always nags at Gabriela whenever she sees Kevin Saldivar, the cousin of her crush, Francis Saldivar. Kevin is charismatic, handsome, and the star player of the basketball team. Yet, Gabriela can't shake off the feeling that there's something strange about him.Regardless, Gabriela is determined to ignore Kevin. After all, it's Francis whom she likes, his kindness and smarts winning her over back in sixth grade.Now a senior at St. Therese, Gabriela is determined to get Francis' attention. But to do that, she might need to deal with Kevin, the very person she'd rather avoid!------*REVISED EDITION*Originally published in 2009 under crimson3/gossipgirl03Start Date: July 13, 2024End Date: November 6, 2024…

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"You know you need me, but even before I get close, you're pushing me away."Thalia grunts, "I need you? Where'd that come from?"Miguel runs his fingers through his hair, maintaining their proximity as his breaths become heavier and more ragged. Out of nowhere, he brushes his knuckle against her jaw, then to her cheek, and finally, he grasps her nape. Thalia stands frozen, unable to even blink."My parents want me to settle down. You need your status secured," he states. "You need me."******Thalia Sarmiento, once a shining star as class valedictorian and university cum laude, is thrust into an unexpected role after the untimely death of her family's patriarch. To support her mother and younger sister, she leaves behind a promising career and ends up taking refuge in the unlikeliest of places--a Filipino grocery store in Edmonton. Struggling to make ends meet, Thalia faces an additional hurdle with the looming expiration of her work permit.Enter Miguel de la Cruz, a 27-year-old Filipino Canadian set to inherit the family grocery store and a YouTube sensation with thousands of subscribers. Born into privilege, Miguel's curiosity is sparked by the industrious charm of the girl behind the check-out counter.Amidst Thalia's challenges and Miguel's parents persistently urging him to settle down, they discover a surprising alignment of interests. And perhaps, dealing with it together will be the best solution...Start Date: February 2, 2024End Date: May 31, 2024…

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"Sooner or later, you'll fall for me, too."Theodore bursts into laughter. "I don't know where your confidence is coming from."Jacob chuckles and says, "I just know."And then it catches Theodore off guard when Jacob adds, "We should be making out right now."Theodore swallows and looks him in the eye. "We should.""And I should be undressing you at this very moment," he continues, "We could stay up all night with our hands on each other and just... forget everything."******Meet Jacob and Theodore, the polar opposites within a tight-knit circle of the most esteemed members of society. Jacob, reserved and hard to read, isn't exactly Theodore's biggest fan-unlike everyone else, who's head over heels for the golden boy.However, as they navigate their way through law school, they trip over a connection that sparks a lowkey romance, catching both of them by surprise.Content warning: Physical assault, homophobia, mental health, strong language, sexual contentStarted: September 21, 2023Ended: January 9, 2024Revised: June 1, 2025 - June 28, 2025…

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In the heart of Tokyo six years ago, Elle Rivera and Naoki Suzuki's lives collided-a fleeting moment against the city's vibrant backdrop. Elle was entangled in the remnants of a past love, and their connection was nothing more than a transient spark. But when a wedding reunites the two, the flame rekindles, and Naoki is determined to make sure that Elle will find him as someone she'll never forget.Never Forget Me is a short spin-off novel of the Tokyo Series. It can be read as a standalone, although chapters from The Summer I Won't Forget (Book 2) will be mentioned and re-told for context and overall better experience.Start Date: March 3, 2023End Date: June 11, 2023Word Count: 60,000…

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[FULL VERSION EBOOK AND PAPERBACK AVAILABLE]https://books2read.com/b/whatsforbreakfastSamantha Sandoval has it all together - a thriving career as an interior designer, a cozy condo shared with her brother Patrick, and financial stability at the age of 26. The only thing missing? A successful dating life. Despite her accomplishments, Samantha's romantic track record is practically nonexistent, with recent blind dates hinting at a future filled with singledom.Derek Crisanto, Patrick's best friend, is back in town and unexpectedly crashes at Samantha's place while Patrick's away. A charming playboy with a knack for culinary masterpieces, he adds an unexpected twist to their living arrangement. Sam has considered Derek her enemy ever since, but she can no longer deny that he's become even hotter than before. She wants him gone. She wants things to remain the way they were before. But how can she resist the guy who knows that the way to a woman's heart is through her stomach?Started: September 25, 2022Ended: November 25, 2022Revised: April to May 2025…