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She served him coffee. He gave her chaos. What neither expected was love. Lana Monroe has built her life around routine, resilience, and the cozy charm of her café. Owning a small coffee shop was never the grandest dream, but it was hers and it was safe. That is, until Caleb Stone walks in one rainy night with his intoxicating smile, mysterious eyes, and a taste for triple hazelnut mochas. A powerful businessman with secrets stitched into every crisp suit, Caleb isn't the kind of customer who blends into the background. As his nightly visits turn from coincidence to ritual, Lana finds herself drawn into a slow-brewing connection she never saw coming. But when walls begin to fall, so do truths and one impulsive night leads to a consequence neither of them can ignore. Now pregnant with a man she barely knows, Lana must navigate the delicate path between independence and vulnerability. And Caleb, caught between the world he's built and the woman who's unraveling it, must decide: is love something you choose… or something you risk everything for? In a world of spilled coffee, shattered expectations, and unexpected tenderness, KILL ME, LOVE ME is a slow-burn romance full of raw emotion, emotional growth, stolen glances, and the complicated beauty of choosing love in the most uncertain circumstances.

All Uchiha Satsuki had was her hate and her memories of the dead until a blundering blonde Senju stumbled into her life

Felix has been carrying a torch for Gray, his childhood love, for as long as he can remember. After they graduated, Gray mysteriously cut off all communication, leaving Felix confused and heart wrenched. His friend, trying to help him move on, introduces Felix to her cousin Matthew, a silent, but charming Englishman who found his way onto Philippine soil. Matthew is everything Felix didn’t expect. As their friendship blossoms into something deeper, Felix begins to wonder if he can finally move past Gray. But just when things seem to be falling into place, Felix discovers that Gray is also attending Northerners University. Suddenly, Felix’s once-uncomplicated feelings become a tangled mess, as he finds himself torn between the nostalgia of his unspoken love for Gray and the fresh excitement of his budding romance with Matthew. With both men now a part of his campus life...things are bound to swirl around unexpected changes.

I remember the way he looked at me, his eyes weaving a tapestry of promises. I trusted him with my whole heart, unaware that those threads would soon unravel, leaving me shattered.

Eliza never planned to fall for her best friend, Lucifer - but she did. She always thought being his best friend was enough - until her heart decided it wasn't. Now, every laugh, every touch, every moment with him feels like a painful reminder of what they could be... if only he saw her the same way. How do you confess your love when the risk is losing him forever?

In a world where words can wound and silence can heal, When Silence Breaks unravels a powerful story of love, pain, and redemption. Sara, a quiet and emotionally scarred girl, lives a life of routine and restraint—her silence a defense against a past she refuses to confront. Kol, charming, vibrant, and full of life, enters her world like a storm, refusing to be pushed away. What begins as reluctant friendship soon blossoms into something deeper, as Kol gently coaxes her out of her shell. But Sara’s past has sharp edges, and Kol harbors secrets of his own. When silence finally breaks between them, truths spill—raw, painful, and irreversible. What follows is a journey through heartbreak, healing, and the choice to either hold on or let go. As love clashes with fear, and hope battles guilt, When Silence Breaks explores whether two broken souls can truly complete each other—or if some silences should never be broken.

Delhi University was supposed to be about grades, career plans, and survival. Instead, it turned into a whirlwind of unexpected friendships, rivalry-fueled chaos, and emotions no one saw coming. For Shumaila, ambition was everything-until a disastrous first encounter with Hamza set off a chain reaction of sarcasm, competition, and an undeniable spark. The more they clashed, the harder it became to ignore the tension brewing between them. "You're mine, Shumaila," he whispered. "You know it. I know it." Her fingers curled into fists, her body frozen in place. Note - Trust me, you’ll love this story! It gets really interesting after a few chapters, so dive in, and I promise you won’t regret it! I hope you all enjoy reading it.

Borrowed Moments Three lives. One story woven through friendship, heartbreak, and the silent spaces where feelings hide. Anaya, Pradeep, and Satiya - each carrying their own scars, their own dreams - find themselves tangled in a connection that's deeper than words. Some bonds are easy. Some are complicated. And some... feel too precious to be named. Because even borrowed moments can change everything. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/733251/fictions

Kavi Oberoi, an art student from one of the wealthiest families in the Indian community, secretly falls in love with Kiaan Chandra, an engineering senior at university. In a society where same-sex love is taboo, their relationship is kept hidden from everyone—even their closest friends. For a time, they live in the shadows, cherishing stolen moments together. Then, without warning, Kiaan vanishes from Kavi’s life, leaving no explanation. Heartbroken, Kavi struggles to move on. After two years, Kiaan reappears—this time as the fiancé of Kavi’s sister, Riya. Now Kavi faces an impossible choice: • Protect the secret they’ve worked so hard to keep, or • Reveal the truth, risking exposure of both Kiaan’s past and his own, to save his sister from marrying someone who can never truly love her.

Teslyn Bennet - quiet and invisible, has spent most of her school years in silence. But behind her silence lies a secret. She's been quietly in love with Gabriella De Luca, the school's popular girl. Gabriella - confident, radiant, and adored, seems to have it all. But no one knows the truth she carries inside, locked away like a bird in a cage. Two girls from completely different worlds. One unexpected moment in French class. And a single piece of candy that sparks it all. Is it unrequited love? Or has it always been mutual - just waiting to be uncovered? A story of soft glances, hidden notes and a love that blooms slowly but sweetly. Because sometimes, all it takes is one candy to change everything.

When Kana, a terminally ill girl abandoned by her family, creates a Twibbler account to ease her loneliness, she connects with John, a boy struggling with his own pain. Through heartfelt conversations and shared struggles, they become each other's lifeline—until time threatens to take Kana away forever. My Online Buddy addresses serious topics including child abandonment, suicide, depression, and online bullying. If you or someone you know is struggling with these issues, please seek support from trusted professionals or helplines. Updates Every Monday and you can check out my Patreon for early access chapters and read four chapters ahead of the public release!!! Join here: patreon.com/kristanisonline

Everyone has secrets. But some lies are so dangerous, they could destroy everything. Prakriti Malhotra has always been bold and dramatic, but when she becomes the target of the cold, calculating Aditya Rathore, she’s forced to fight for her own survival. As his ruthless games push her to her limits, Prakriti must decide how far she’s willing to go to protect herself. Meanwhile, Ruhaan Agnihotri, the charming yet dangerous, crosses paths with Ishika Malhotra. What begins as a fierce rivalry soon turns into a tangled web of passion, lies, and dark secrets. Will Ishika’s fiery spirit break Ruhaan’s walls, or will his hidden demons tear them apart? Shanaya Kapoor, a quiet artist with a tortured past, finds herself caught in a forbidden love that threatens to shatter everything she’s known. And Vedant Singh Rajput, the rebellious sports star, is forced to confront his own heart when he meets the girl who challenges everything he believes about love. In a world where every smile hides a secret, and every gesture carries weight, these teenagers will risk it all. Can they survive their tangled web of lies, or will the truth destroy them all? Twisted Lies is a story of tangled fates, forbidden love, and the secrets that can either save or destroy them. The question is—who will emerge unscathed?

Many women dream of reincarnating into a romance novel after they die, and for Zoe this is not the case. She finds herself cast as the obsidian-haired villainess, Violet Treece, in a shitty romance novel she read while she was alive. Her main goal is to live past the age of 19, unlike the book, and not to torment the beautiful flame-haired protagonist, Rose Remington, in the process. Though something unexpected happened when she got to the academy and got near Rose, SHE IS FORCED TO BE A VILLAINESS NEAR ROSE AGAINST HER WILL. Even though these villainess incidents occur, Rose knows something is wrong, and romantic feelings emerge between Rose and Violet. How can two women who can't be together fall in love? ***WARNING*** This story has a sexual assault scene that may be uncomfortable for some readers. The scene is marked with three rows of dotted lines before and after the scene and a reminder at the beginning of the chapter in question. Please read at your discretion.*** Author note: Of all my works, this is probably the darkest. These novels were created from the terror of my own nightmares, and this story was more 'canon' to my nightmare and less 'fan-fiction' of my nightmare. I hope the story I wrote as a part of my personal healing journey may help others with similar scars.

After the death of her father, Nadia and her mother move to Alamia for a fresh start. Thereafter, she pushes all boundaries to befriend a loner boy in her class, of whose secret identity she remains unaware of. Would it be a wholesome friendship of a lifetime or would it divulge into something deeper and chaotic like fake dating the mafia's second son? Primarily a heartwarming story of shenanigans, friendship, family and finding home with a dash of spice, drama, murder, mystery, love, loss and woe. —tropes: found family, slow burn, childhood to highschool to college to working life, bickering mains, multiple lead characters, childhood friends to lovers.

Aurora, a brilliant and ruthless CEO, returns to exact revenge on the Luxor family, her former tormentors. After decades of planning and building her empire, she's ready to strike. Disguising her true identity, she infiltrates their lives, manipulating events to destroy their relationships, reputation, and power. As she navigates the complex web of Luxor family dynamics, Aurora's carefully crafted facade begins to unravel, revealing hidden vulnerabilities and unexpected connections. But her ultimate goal remains unchanged: to dismantle the Luxor empire and claim her triumph. With each move, Aurora's past and present collide, exposing secrets, lies, and betrayals. The Luxors, unaware of the danger lurking among them, are caught off guard as Aurora's revenge unfolds.

He’s gay. She’s a girl. So why does it feel like gravity is pulling them into each other anyway? When Eliana lands a job under fashion icon Luca, she never expects her chaotic new life to include Nicholas/Nicky—gorgeous, untouchable, and openly gay. But nights turn into stolen touches, heated glances, and secrets pressed between bodies that shouldn’t want. Eliana knows she shouldn’t fall for a man whose heart was never meant for her. And Nicky? He’s caught between the life he’s always known and the fire he can’t stay away from. Their love doesn’t make sense. It’s messy. Unlabeled. Addictive. But when every moment together feels like a confession, how long can they pretend it’s not real? Mature Rating so please no 17 and below.

Richard Rossi, co-owner of Petals Cosmetics and Pharmaceuticals gets a sexual experience that shakes his whole being from a young woman who turns out to be the youngest daughter of his partner, Peter Torres. He hides away after the incident miles away from the Torres family. His presence is not required until the sudden passing away of his partner and best friend. Jacqueline Torres is a wild child, the black sheep of the Torres family and the youngest child. On the night of her parents' annual summer party, she meets a man who evokes the female side of her which she had strived to keep buried within her. When she finds out who he is, she vows to make him pay for running out on her. When the runaway co-owner returns to take over after her father's death, Jacqueline begins to question her emotions as memories of that night plague her still. Richard is called upon to take up the responsibility of his company, putting an end to his nomadic lifestyle. He tries to play a distant, fatherly role when he meets with the lady from five years ago but when they encounter dire situations and death targets from all sides, he has a reason to stay, to protect and to love her.

Two hearts untouched, in silence lay, Met where tulips swayed in May. No love had brushed their lonely past, Yet fate had spun its web so fast. A blossom new, so soft, so bright, Unfolded in the golden light. Their souls once cold, now warm and free, Love bloomed where none had thought to be.

'The next batch of players will be arriving soon.' 'Remember to act your part well. Don't step out of bounds. Don't go out of character or you'll suffer the consequences.' In the game world, Faye was nothing but an NPC who owned a bookstore. That was all the players saw, and that was what she was known as, but what if she was more than that? After a meeting with the 'main character' of the game, things take a turn for the NPC Faye and she becomes more aware of her status and the world around her, more than she ever did before.