Story By Cristy Arco
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Cristy Arco

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**Hello!** I am a new writer, and writing has become my stress reliever. **As an introvert, I love reading romance novels, especially during my teenage years in the \'90s when reading pocketbooks was my favorite pastime.** Over time, I developed a passion for writing. **I started writing my own love stories, which my classmates enjoyed reading and were thrilled about. They even asked for more!** Now, I want to start writing again using online platforms. **I know I’m not perfect yet, but I’m excited to learn and share my thoughts through writing romance novels.** Thank you very much, and have a great day!
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Seductive Swan and The Heartless Billionaire ( SPG)
Updated at May 2, 2025, 06:05
Si Swan Bernardo ay gagawin ang lahat para ipaghiganti ang pagkamatay ng kanyang ina. Gagamitin niya ang kanyang kagandahan, talino, at maging ang kanyang pagkabirhen bilang mga armas sa kanyang paghihiganti laban sa kanyang mayaman at masamang kapatid na babae. Pero nang pakasalan niya ang walang pusong bilyonaryo na si Lexus Marino, nahuli siya sa isang mapanganib na laro ng kapangyarihan, pagnanasa, at hindi inaasahang pag-ibig. Magtatagumpay ba siya sa kanyang paghihiganti, o ipagkakanulo ba ng kanyang puso ang kanyang mga plano? Si Swan Bernardo, 24 anyos na half-Filipina, half-American, ay nagtataglay ng nakakaakit na ganda: isang inosenteng kagandahan na may halong mapang-akit na karisma. She is the illegitimate child of Don Severino Gamboa, isang haciendero na may-ari ng malawak na lupain sa Negros Occidental. Sa kabila ng kanyang magandang lahi at dugong Amerikano, hindi niya natanggap ang apelyido ng kanyang ama dahil sa mapagmataas na asawa nito at sa kahihiyang dulot nito sa kanilang pamilya. Ang kanyang ina, si Sarah, bagama't dating kasintahan ng Don, ay hindi nito pinakasalan. Iniwan siya nito habang buntis pa lamang kay Swan. Hindi sila kasing yaman nina Don Severino at Doña Esmeralda Juarez. Upang mapalago pa ang yaman at ari-arian ng dalawang pamilya, nagpakasal sina Don Severino at Doña Esmeralda, at isang taon lamang ang nakalipas ay nanganak ito ng isang babae, si Dina Gamboa, isang spoiled brat at kilalang modelo sa Maynila.   Isang gabi na natagpuan na lamang ni Swan ang kanyang ina na may tama ng baril sa dibdib at wala nang buhay. Alam niya kung sino ang may gawa nito- si Doña Esmeralda na noon pa man ay mainit na ang dugo sa kanilang mag ina. Ang poot ang nag-udyok sa kanya na pumunta ng Maynila para harapin si Dina Gamboa at agawin ang nobyo nito. Sa lungsod, natagpuan niya ang kanyang sarili sa isang madilim na bar, ang kanyang target; si Lexus Marino—a 30-year-old billionaire who owns Lexus Cruise, a luxurious yacht company known for its exclusive voyages. Bagamat gwapo at may karisma, si Lexus ay isang lalaking mapag-angkin at walang puso. She planned to use him against her half-sister, Dina, in her revenge. She proposed a contract marriage and offered her virginity to a man she barely knew; her innocent gesture sparked a desire in Lexus to possess her. Instead of accepting Swan's proposal, he said, "Marry me, "I'll keep you close as long as I find you useful. But remember, your worth is entirely determined by my needs.  Once that changes, you'll be gone.  Don't mistake this arrangement for anything more, Swan". His pronouncements held the weight of immutable law, a power Swan dared not challenge. She hadn't even expected him to be more dangerous than her rivals. Ang  kanyang balak paghihiganti ay naisakatuparan dalawang linggo pagkatapos ng kanilang kasal. Naaksidente ang sasakyan ng mag-asawang Gamboa dahilan upang maulila sila pareho ni Dina. "Now, we are even," she said. Paano kung unti-unti ay nahuhulog ang kanyang puso kay Lexus? Paano niya ipaglalaban ang kanyang asawa sa kapatid na si Dina? She knew her sister well: selfish and ambitious, Dina would sacrifice anything to seize what she desired. Paano kung mas nangingibabaw ang pag-aalala at oras nito ni Lexus sa dating kasintahan? Susuko na ba si Swan kung ayaw naman siya nitong pakawalan? Paano niya haharapin ang sakit at pagdurusa sa piling ng taong minamahal na ginagawa lamang siyang parausan? Is it destiny?  The unrequited love of Grandma Bella and Lolo Ben finds a poignant echo in the uncertain love between their grandchildren.  Complexity arises as Swan questions the depth of Lexus's feelings. ***Disclaimer*** WARNING⚠️This novel contains mature themes, including graphic violence, explicit sexual content, and strong language.  Reader discretion is strongly advised. This is a work of fiction, and any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.
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Love, Jessie
Updated at Mar 19, 2025, 19:05
TRIGGER WARNING!!! **Explicit Content Notice:** This work includes detailed depictions of sexual activity and other content that may detract from the experience for some readers. It is intended for readers aged 18 and older. Happy Reading 😊 Sa Eastwood City, isang bayan kung saan sagana sa kayamanan at kapangyarihan, umusbong ang isang kwento ng pag-ibig sa pagitan nina Zack at Jessie. Labing-anim na taon pa lamang si Jessie noon nag -alok ito ng kasal sa binata gamit ang isang couple ring na kanyang ibinigay. Pareho silang nagmula sa mayayamang pamilya ng mga negosyante, at ang kanilang pamilya ay magka-partner sa negosyo, ang **Luxe Holdings**. Si Zack, na noon ay 23 taong gulang, ay nag-aral sa Harvard University sa Estados Unidos, kumuha ng kursong **Master Degree Business Administration na nakatuon sa real estate**. Bumalik siya 2 years later upang sunduin si Jessie na sumama sa kanya para doon din mag-aral sa Amerika, ayon sa utos ng kanyang ama na hindi maaaring tanggihan ng dalaga. Sa unang gabi ng kanilang pagkikita, nagkaroon ng isang di-inaasahang pangyayari sa condo ni Zack. Ngunit kahit hindi pa sila nagkaroon ng magandang relasyon o maayos na pag-uusap, si Zack ay mayroon nang buntis na girlfriend na nakilala niya sa Amerika—si Sabrina. Isang agresibo at nakikipagkompetensya kay Jessie sa pag-ibig. Habang unti-unting bumabagsak ang mundo ni Jessie, paano niya haharapin ang kanyang kapalaran? Buntis siya at ito ay lingid sa kaalaman ni Zack. Sa gitna ng kanyang kalungkutan, lumayo si Jessie at nag-iwan ng maikling sulat. Sa kanyang pagbabalik sa Eastwood City, dala ni Jessie ang batang lalaki na ka-mukha niya—ang kanyang anak. Ngunit paano kung huli na ang lahat para kay Zack? Sa isang pagkakataon sa Solaire Restaurant, hindi lamang si Jessie at ang kanyang anak ang nakita ni Zack kundi may kasama ding lalaki—isang larawan ng masayang pamilya. Paano sila muling magkikita? Paano haharapin ni Zack ang katotohanan habang unti-unting bumabalik ang mga alaala ng kanilang nakaraan?
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A Love Beyond Recall
Updated at Jul 23, 2024, 10:23
Avery Bridget Martinez, a young woman from the province who moved to Manila, became a scholar and personal maid for Zack Brent Miller, an orphaned billionaire and sole heir to Miller Legacy Holdings. She was the complete opposite of him: quiet, hot-tempered, and introverted, while Avery was lively, cheerful, and a bit rebellious as a helper. After two years, she finished her studies. She took a business management course and was immediately hired by her employer as his secretary. Before Avery could even start working at the company, Zack proposed marriage to her. However, Avery wasn't sure if his feelings for her were genuine, but she agreed to be his girlfriend. One night, something happened between them. Zack became the first man in Avery's life, and he took her virginity. Avery had no regrets, as she loved him deeply. One night, Avery received devastating news. She received a call from her Aunt Maring, her mother's sister, bringing news that would forever alter her once vibrant personality. Her mother had passed away, and she couldn't get in touch with her father. Avery realized that, like her beloved, she was also an orphan. She immediately decided to return to the province. On that same night, Zack had an accident while driving in the rain, causing him to develop amnesia. What if, upon her return, he no longer recognizes her? What if, when she comes back, he's with someone else? Candice, the woman who was never Zack's girlfriend but a special person in his life, will test Avery's strength as she fights for her love for her significant other. Zack continues to hurt Avery repeatedly until she meets Jared, a man who will give her the value she deserves. He is the man she will marry and who will take care of her pregnancy. What if Avery is ready to love again, and Zack remembers her? Who will she choose? The man who has forgotten her and hurt her repeatedly, or the man who loves her and is willing to sacrifice everything for her? A LOVE BEYOND RECALL
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