"I can't stay still, walking back and forth. If only someone was with me now, I know their eyes would hurt watching me. I've been waiting for him since earlier, but he took so long to come. Feeling tired, I sat on the couch, but I stood up immediately as the front door opened, and he walked in. He's finally home. "Where have you been?" I asked my husband as he arrived late. Yes, I've been waiting for him. It's already 2:03 in the morning, and he just decided to come home now. Nothing new in his actions. I even get home earlier than him – from work, while he comes from his school. No emotion showed on his face, and he just continued walking without responding to me. "Lazel Hyrroz," I sternly uttered his name. I followed him into his room. He unbuttoned his uniform after casually dropping his backpack on the bed. "I'm tired. Don't bother me now," he said coldly, avoiding eye contact. "That's why I'm asking why you're only coming home now and where you've been at this hour," I questioned him firmly. He took off his white polo, leaving only his undershirt. "You know? You have a lot of roles in my life," he sarcastically remarked, facing me. His face remained emotionless, and the way he looked at me seemed indifferent. "You're not just a mother, sister, or brother. Now, your role is a strict father who waited for his son who didn't come home last night but decided to show up now," he added, grinning. "You've grown up, Lazel Hyrroz. Even if you're no longer under your parents' care, remember that there's still someone who cares about you," I stated. "You? Do you care about me? I'm just your husband on paper, and I never asked you to worry about me. I told you from the beginning not to interfere, and I'll do the same to you," he said sternly. That's just how he is – hard-hearted and indifferent to me or my feelings. "Lazel Hyrroz..." "If you have nothing else to say, leave, Lola," he insultingly called me Lola this time. I sighed, acknowledging his disrespectful behavior. I turned away as he removed his white undershirt. "You've seen my body. So, why are you still avoiding me? I know you liked what we did last night, didn't you? You took advantage of me while I was drunk," he insinuated, and those words felt like a slap. My chest tightened violently. "Before you sleep, take a bath or wash your body. If you haven't eaten, just heat the food that I cooked earlier," I said, hearing his mocking laugh and the creaking of the bed as a sign that he sat down. "Yes, Manang," he said mockingly, using another insult this time. I closed his room door gently, pausing for a moment before leaning against it. Tears threatened to spill, weighing heavily on my chest. Is this the reason he came home so late? Because in over a year, something happened between us only once? We were both drunk, and I can't remember anything about that night. I questioned myself. How long will we be like this, Lazel Hyrroz? *** When I wake up every morning, my uniform is neatly prepared on the sofa bed, and my black shoes are polished. In the kitchen, there's food ready, with a sticky note on the fridge. I took it and read the neat handwriting. Despite that, I still dislike it. "Don't forget to eat your breakfast before you go to school, Lazel Hyrroz." -Calysta After reading it, I crumpled the paper and threw it in the trash bin. I opened the fridge, grabbed a cold water bottle, and finished its contents. I glanced at the prepared breakfast on the table, but as usual, I left it untouched. I entered the university with an empty stomach, but it's okay; Hanemira usually shares her food with me. That's where I usually have my breakfast. "You didn't have breakfast again, huh?" I just smiled at her question and slowly smiled. Simultaneously, she held my hand, handing me a spoon. She also had my lunch box. "I still cooked it." Her cooking wasn't the best, but I appreciated it because she's the girl I like. *** When I got home, I expected to find her in the living room, busy with her laptop, drinking coffee. "You didn't eat your breakfast again. You didn't even touch them," she greeted me. I raised the corner of my lips. I've memorized those words since she always says them to me. "Who told you to cook my breakfast?" I asked, hearing her sigh again. Honestly, I don't feel anything for her. I don't like her, and I will never love a woman ten years older than me. We only got married because she's wealthier than my family, and our company needed her. That's the only reason I endure living in this cramped house. That's what I feel. I ignored her and went upstairs, but before that, I stopped to ask her about this. "For you, what is love?" She furrowed her brows, confused by my question. "Why are you asking me that?" she asked back. "I just want to know your opinion. What does love mean to you?" I asked, genuinely interested in her perspective on love. "Love ruins a person's life." I raised an eyebrow at her statement. How does it r
Calysta Daniella Calvantes' Point of View
I absentmindedly play with the pen in my fingers. Inside my office are Papa and Grandpa Ced, seated side by side while I relax on the single sofa.
Lolo Ced noisily sips his coffee latte, specially ordered from Starbucks through my secretary. Meanwhile, Papa occupies himself with reading a magazine. They've come to visit me right in the middle of my work.
"You'll be marrying one of the Valdiviño family's children, Calysta," my Papa says.
We've already discussed this at the mansion with Papa and Lolo Ced, but it seems they're reminding me once again. It's as if they're in a hurry.
They are the ones choosing the man I'll marry. I won't complain about their decision since they know I have no intention of settling down. I prioritize my company and work.
I don't have time to go on dates with men I have no interest in getting to know.
"How many children does the Valdiviño family have, Papa?" I ask him. Truth be told, I have no interest in that family.
According to what they told me, the Valdiviño company is not being run properly and is on the verge of sinking, like a ship in the midst of a strong storm or crisis.
Their business is on the brink of closure, which is also why they planned for our marriage – to help them navigate through the crisis in their lives.
"Three, but he's the eldest son," my father replies, and I glance at Lolo. Maybe he has something to add to my question.
"He's the eldest grandson, dear," Lolo Ced says with a smile. I nod and don't ask further. They've already said enough.
I don't care about the man they've chosen, especially not his appearance. Even if I don't know or haven't seen him, I have no interest. I'm not picky. I just don't have time to entertain suitors, especially those who still send me flowers and chocolates, a gesture I find irritating.
"Daddy insisted on a civil wedding first, Calysta. Your grand wedding day can wait," I simply nodded in response. I'll follow their wishes. As mentioned earlier, I won't complain. Besides, they wouldn't choose someone they dislike.
"Any questions about the man you're marrying, dear?" Grandpa asked me tenderly. I shrugged and casually shook my head.
"We'll be the ones to tell you, child. Your grandpa and I know you don't really care about a man's physical appearance. Do you know Valiant University?" Papa inquired. What does that school have to do with the Valdiviño family's child?
I'm familiar with Valiant University; I've seen it on TV, praising its beautiful environment.
"The university where the affluent study?" Instead of a direct answer, I countered with a question. I licked my lower lip and nodded gently. "I know it's beautiful there. So, is he a professor or the President of VU? Dean?" I asked them, and both of them shook their heads. "If not, what does he do there?" I raised an eyebrow.
"He's a student there, Calysta." I nodded again.
"A Master's Degree? If he were my age, he might be in medical school or law?" Now I was curious about his occupation.
"No," Grandpa quickly replied.
"If he's not in any of those mentioned, then what is his work? Don't tell me he's a security guard? You said their business is failing," I said unintentionally, these words just slipped out.
I'm not a snob; I help those in need. It's just the only job that came to mind for him at VU. But no, he's still studying.
"He's just in his first year of college, studying at the School of Engineering," my father said, raising my eyebrows. I accidentally dropped the pen I was holding, and before it could hit the floor, Papa caught it.
"First year college? That means he's younger than me," I remarked.
"His age?" I asked once again.
"He's 18 years old, Calysta."
I shift my gaze between them, unable to believe it. "18... really 18 years old?" I ask, my surprise evident in my voice, struggling to get over this revelation.
"Yes, Calysta. He's just a freshman at Valiant University," says Dad. I feel like I might go deaf from hearing Dad's voice repeating the same thing.
"Is he really the oldest son in their family? Don't you have any other choice besides... a kid?" I ask for confirmation. Maybe he has an older brother, right?
"One of his siblings is already married, so we didn't include him with your grandfather. In fact, he's the second child."
If he's 18 and I'm now 28... ten years. We have a ten-year age gap?!
God... I don't know how to handle it when we meet. It's shocking. The age gap is significant, and I almost want to back out immediately. I can't fathom marrying someone so much younger!
"Dad, Grandpa... Are you really sure about your decision to marry me to an 18-year-old VU student? Aren't you just surprised?" I ask, already feeling stressed.
"We're absolutely sure, Calysta." My jaw drops in disbelief.
"Oh, good God..." I mutter, feeling like anything could crawl into my mouth due to the enormity of this situation.
Calysta Daniella Carvantes, 28 years old. I was only 21 when Dad handed over his position as the president of Carva Home's Shopping. Our products include household items for any kind of mansion.
I am also Lolo Ced's only grandchild, so his company went to me. I manage everything smoothly, and they trust me despite being a woman because being a businessperson is in our blood. Lolo Ced had two children, but one died young due to heart disease. So, Papa became the one to give him a grandchild, and that's me.
And now... I'm going to marry an 18-year-old Valiant University student?! Isn't that like child abuse? But not really. He's of legal age.
But the fact remains! He's too young for me!
LAZEL HYRROZ VALDIVIÑO's POV
I collapsed onto the bed, exhausted from the demands of the day. It's the first day of classes at Valiant University, but the professors have already piled a lot of work on us. I was hoping for a light day, maybe just an orientation, but that wasn't the case.
My younger sister, Yazel, knocked on my room door and peeked inside. "What?" I asked.
"Daddy wants to talk to you, Kuya. They're in the library with Mommy," she replied. I sighed heavily.
"Just go," I told her, and before heading to the library, I took a quick shower.
I knocked on the door three times before pushing it open, hearing Dad's voice inside. "Take a seat," he said calmly, and I obliged. My older brother, Kuya Kazel, was also present, indicating that this conversation held importance.
"Why, Dad?" I asked immediately.
"Do you know the current state of our company, Lazel?" he asked in return. I shook my head, having no idea.
All I knew was that we had a small family business established by Dad before he and Mom got married. Both of them came from humble beginnings, but through hard work and perseverance, they built a good life together. They established a business, and us, their children, benefited from it.
"If it is compared to a fruit and if it has been harvested for a long time, whether it has been disturbed or not, it will still rot. Just like our company, the longer it exists, the more it sinks like a ship at sea. Especially if its only foundation is about to be lost."
"What do you want to happen, Dad? Just tell me straight," I said, preferring directness to avoid confusion.
"That fruit, Lazel. We're looking for someone who can harvest it to prevent it from rotting on the tree. And to do that, we need you," Kuya Kazel answered, and I looked at him, raising an eyebrow because I still couldn't grasp their intended message. "Dad and I decided that our family should unite with the Carvantes family," he added, just as my mother walked into the library.
"I've already set a schedule to meet their family. Lazel, get ready to meet your fiancé," Mom said straightforwardly, confirming my expectations.
In the aftermath of a life-altering accident, Sky wakes up with no memory of a mysterious woman she's inexplicably drawn to paint. With her hands seemingly guided by a force beyond her understanding, Sky's artwork captivates those around her. But when a high-profile figure shares one of her paintings, thrusting her into the spotlight, Sky's world turns upside down. As she grapples with newfound fame and questions about her identity, Sky must confront her past and the enigmatic connection to the woman in her paintings. Amidst chaos and uncertainty, she discovers that sometimes, the greatest mysteries lie within ourselves.
"Calista!" Nix called out to me. "What? Is there a problem?" I felt the tension in his eyes. "You're not going to jail anymore, Caliee. The accident proved everything!" He shouted, embracing me and kissing my forehead. I couldn't help but slowly start to cry. "It's okay, Caliee, I told you that you're innocent." "T-thank you, Nix." I checked all my social media accounts and found both negative and positive comments at the same time. This is the reality that I can't avoid haters in the online world. Many are on my side, many are on Caleb's, as if we're fighting our own beliefs. I sat down on the couch, feeling incredibly happy and anxious at the same time. I know Caleb won't give up on me. "Calista!" I heard someone call my name outside the hotel door. "Come out!" they shouted, banging on the door. When I opened it, the heavily intoxicated Caleb greeted me, "C-Caleb?" I asked. Many were holding him back, but he was struggling, "L-let go, bro." He looked at me as if scrutinizing my entire being. "Fine! Let out your anger on me, what else do you want? Everything's been proven... It was all an accident!" As the guards left, he entered my room, slowly approaching me until I leaned against the wall. His eyes were filled with rage and hatred, as if he could kill me at any moment. "W-what do you--" I couldn't speak anymore as he punched the wall next to me. “Why, Calista? Why did you take away the woman I love?" He shouted at me while continuing to cry. "W-what do you want!" I shouted back, pushing him away. He threw my belongings, hitting my foot, causing me to stumble. "D-damn it, what!" I held my injured foot, looking straight at him, observing his angry face. I took a deep breath and spoke again, "What do you want to make you quiet? My body? Money? Wealth! That's all I have! If you want me to bring back your fiancée..." "I'm not God! Do you understand? If I could bring her back, I would've done it already, I regret it every day, every hour." I want this to end, I'm so tired. I can't take it anymore. I straightened my head bravely. I uttered the words I knew I would regret. "If I have sex with you, will you forgive me?" I bravely asked, tears slowly streaming down my cheeks. He stared at my entire body, unable to even look into my eyes. "I will never forgive you," he replied weakly and hoarsely. "Why? It wasn't intentional, it was all an accident! It's not my fault that your fiancée died, I lost my brakes, how many times do I have to tell you that I-I'm not at fault!" "It's your fault! because damn you, why? Calista? why did you kill my fiancée!" A loud shout stunned me. It's not my fault, it's not my fault, it's an accident, I didn't mean to kill anyone, I didn't have brakes that day! "Why don't you just give up? Why do you still fight for your beliefs, even though both of us know that it's really you! f*ck you! Calista." I took a deep breath and looked at his face. "W-will you have sex with me! After that, my debt to you will be paid, can we do that, prosecutor Villanueva?" I bravely asked again. He stared at me, unresponsive. "Stop," he shouted loudly. "Why? Don't you want to? So I can pay you back! You'll disgrace me! Take away my dignity! Because it's my fault! Because I'm a b*tch! Because this is what you want, to feel every day that something is being taken from me! That I'm being robbed! But you don't want money, you want me to regret it every day, so here it is." He approached me and kissed me, my tears flowing as he kissed me, while he undressed me, I was sobbing softly, he continued kissing me, from my ears down to my neck, he observed my entire body. He slowly laid me down, slowly removing my clothes, as he did, I closed my eyes. He continued to explore my body, from my thighs to even the deepest parts of my femininity. DESCRIPTION: "Caleb Wyven Villanueva" is a prosecutor who is willing to do everything for his loved one, recognizing nothing, but what is in accordance with the law. But what if one day this man wakes up that the woman he loves is already de@d? Will he fight for her? Or will he just let go?
"Leave me alone, Shantal!" ash said annoyed to me. He's my husband, actually I'm probably the only one who calls him husband because he never once considered me his wife. And his family just forced him to marry me, so he followed it against his will. I smiled at myself in front of the mirror and wiped my tears. I know that he didn't love me, because he still hopes that his ex girlfriend or let's say ex fiance will come back to him. Our scene at the mansion is always fighting, sometimes he ignores me like I'm just wind by his side. And most of all we have different rooms, I laughed at what I thought because the other couple had only one room but we didn't. "Let's eat ma'am" I heard the knock in my room."yes manang" I said. I stood up and went downstairs and saw my husband done with his meal and ready to go. "Are you going to leave?" I asked, he just looked at me and left, not even an answer. I ate quietly by myself and just ignored it. After I ate, I decided to go to mom's mansion, but I was just outside the gate when I felt weak and I could barely handle what I saw. I saw ashton leaning in his car while kissing with someone. __________
In a whirlwind of emotions, Farrah grapples with unrequited love, drowning her sorrows in alcohol. Despite her friends' advice to let go, she finds herself unable to shake off her obsession with a man who remains out of reach. Will she find the strength to break free from the chains of her heart's desires?
In a desperate bid for freedom from a hellish existence, Wendy flees through the darkness, her heart pounding with terror. But as she runs, gunshots ring out, and she realizes her escape is cursed. With tears streaming down her face, she stumbles and falls, tasting the bitter soil of her torment. Hiding in the shadows, she hears the chilling voice of her tormentor, a man who has taken everything from her. Suddenly discovered, Wendy finds herself trapped, her pleas falling on deaf ears as she faces the darkness once again. As the night closes in around her, she knows there is no escape from the lion who claims her as his own, determined to possess her at any cost.
"TODAY is our fourth anniversary. Then... T-Then... Are you just playing with me? Tell me, Jai. Do you really love me?" I asked him while I was crying. It feels like my chest is being stabbed with a sharp blade and it seems non-stop, so I feel more pain in my heart. "I love you, Miamor. I love you, so much, baby..." "But you can leave me just like that and marry your best friend?! Or are you just lying? That you don't really love me and that Jillian is exactly who you want to be with and not me!" I screamed and my tears started falling down my cheeks. My chest is just getting tighter and it seems I'm having trouble breathing again. Feels like a big hand is squeezing my heart. "I love you, Miamor but I want to help Jillian. She needs--" "You don't love me, Jai! I never felt that love! You give it to others and not to me! So, you can hurt me like this! You are only doing this because of your best friend! So, that you and Jillian can be free!" I said, it's roaring. He just shook his head at me and I could see tears also falling from his eyes and he even bit his lower lip. His fist was tight so his veins came out there. "I'm sorry..." What he said made me even more sad. Four years. We've been in a relationship for 4 years and I admit to myself, I never felt the love he says. Cause he always thinks of Jillian. I knew that girl had a space in his heart, because otherwise... If he really loves me he will choose me, and he will leave Jillian, not me... "I regret giving myself to you. I regret knowing you and wasting my time just to love you. What a coward you are!" "SENATOR Ferrara?" It seems like I woke up from a deep slumber of my past when I heard my secretary's voice and a faint shaking on my shoulder. I sat down and fixed my glasses. I was still breathing before I turned my back on her. "Are we here yet?" I asked, no emotion and she just nodded at me. We just got back from Manila because I had an urgent meeting in Singapore with Dad but he came back here earlier. The door on my side opened and I unbuckled my seatbelt and slowly got out of the car. As usual, we are visiting the patients who were victims of the fire last week. Well, it's in my heart to help my fellow Filipino, but the citizens won't believe because they will say that we are just showing off. Who wouldn't, if you're in the world of politics? De Cervantes Hospital, I know the owner of this hospital. A close friend. I shrugged when I remembered my referring friend. I have five bodyguards with me and my secretary Red Michigan. Others bring relief goods. The ward of the fire victims is on the second floor so, we took the elevator. I took off my glasses and gave this to my secretary. The elevator opened, a sign that we are already on the second floor. I was about ready to go out when I saw a doctor standing across from me. It's like he's waiting for the elevator to open too. The guy is tall and has a big body. He is slightly bent over while reading what is on the paper he is holding right now. One hand was stuck in his pants pocket. He was wearing glasses too. But his build is familiar to me. I just don't know why my heart reacted so fast. I got out of the elevator completely and accidentally broke his shoulder. "Damn it," I heard him curse and my eyebrows just rose up. I rolled my eyes. For the second time around, I got pulled over again when I stepped on something. I took it and checked the ID. Only to make my heart beat faster when I read the name of the owner. Dr. Jaickel San Amero. Neurologist Doctor. I faced him, "This is yours?" I asked him with no emotion written on my face. He stopped and looked at me. I can't see him in shock because he has no emotion either. I stepped closer to him and he didn't even avoid my gaze. I don't know if he recognizes me yet or not. "You drop this, Dr. American," I casually said and handed him his ID. He quickly snatched it from me without interrupting staring at me. No word I turned my back on him then walked straight on. After so fvcking years... Our paths crossed again, Jai. What a luck. I'm Miamor Ferrara, I'm Senator and medicine inventor. That man is my ex-boyfriend. The world is really small for us. I smirked
For ten years, Daniela showered her ex-husband with unwavering devotion, only to discover she was just his biggest joke. Feeling humiliated yet determined, she finally divorced him. Three months later, Daniela returned in grand style. She was now the hidden CEO of a leading brand, a sought-after designer, and a wealthy mining mogul—her success unveiled at her triumphant comeback. Her ex-husband’s entire family rushed over, desperate to beg for forgiveness and plead for another chance. Yet Daniela, now cherished by the famed Mr. Phillips, regarded them with icy disdain. "I’m out of your league."
It's true what they say about marriage: one partner's always happier than the other. ~~~ Julie's world is shattered when her husband, Ryan, reveals that he wants an open marriage. His reason: he needs a child as they've been unable to have one. Julie reluctantly agrees to save her marriage. The next day, Ryan returns home with his secretary, confirming Julie's long-held suspicion that their affair was taking place behind her back. Julie, heartbroken and enraged, seeks solace in a bar, where she meets a fascinating stranger named Luke, who changes the game. Julie confides in Luke over drinks, and he proposes a risky plan: he will act as her "boyfriend" to turn the tables on Ryan. Julie agrees, setting off a chain of events that will challenge everything she thought she knew about love, loyalty, and herself.
Her fiance and her best friend worked together and set her up. She lost everything and died in the street. However, she was reborn. The moment she opened her eyes, her husband was trying to strangle her. Luckily, she survived that. She signed the divorce agreement without hesitation and was ready for her miserable life. To her surprise, her mother in this life left her a great deal of money. She turned the tables and avenged herself. Everything went well in her career and love when her ex-husband came to her.
Lucia Balstone thought she had chosen the right man to spend the rest of her life with, but he was the one who ended her life. Their ten-year marriage seemed like a joke when her husband stabbed her with a dagger. Fortunately, God is never blind to people's tears. Lucia got a second chance. She was reborn at the age of 22, before all the terrible things had happened. This time, she was determined to avenge herself and let those who hurt her pay! She made an elaborate list of her goals, and the first thing on her list was to marry her ex-husband's enemy, Alonso Callen!
After three years of loveless marriage, Kira was slapped with divorce papers. She has shown him her unrequited love throughout her entire marriage with him, but he decided to turn blind eyes all because of his lover. Distraught and heartbroken, Kira choose to sign the divorce papers with bitter heart. But then and there, she promised herself that when she's back, he will come crawling to her, but she will make him pay for hurting her. Join Kira as she transform to a wealthy heiress and soared as the CEO of a multi-billion-dollar empire, a remarkable healer and make her ex-husband pay!
COALESCENCE OF THE FIVE SERIES BOOK ONE: THE 5-TIME REJECTED GAMMA & THE LYCAN KING BOOK TWO: THE ROGUES WHO WENT ROGUE BOOK THREE: THE INDOMITABLE HUNTRESS & THE HARDENED DUKE *** BOOK ONE: After being rejected by 5 mates, Gamma Lucianne pleaded with the Moon Goddess to spare her from any further mate-bonds. To her dismay, she is being bonded for the sixth time. What’s worse is that her sixth-chance mate is the most powerful creature ruling over all werewolves and Lycans - the Lycan King himself. She is certain, dead certain, that a rejection would come sooner or later, though she hopes for it to be sooner. King Alexandar was ecstatic to meet his bonded mate, and couldn’t thank their Goddess enough for gifting him someone so perfect. However, he soon realizes that this gift is reluctant to accept him, and more than willing to sever their bond. He tries to connect with her but she seems so far away. He is desperate to get intimate with her but she seems reluctant to open up to him. He tries to tell her that he is willing to commit to her for the rest of his life but she doesn’t seem to believe him. He is pleading for a chance: a chance to get to know her; a chance to show her that he’s different; and a chance to love her. But when not-so-subtle crushes, jealous suitors, self-entitled Queen-wannabes, an old flame, a silent protector and a past wedding engagement threaten to jeopardize their relationship, will Lucianne and Xandar still choose to be together? Is their love strong enough to overcome everything and everyone? Or will Lucianne resort to enduring a sixth rejection from the one person she thought she could entrust her heart with?