That Summer You Were Taken

"How are you this clueless? You binge-watch soap operas all the time—haven’t you learned anything?" I gave her a blank look, unsure of what she was getting at. She leaned in and whispered, "Kai likes you." My eyes widened. "What? No, he doesn’t!" "How do you not see it? Everyone in class knows!" I shook my head, my thoughts racing. "I thought he was just excited to see me—just like he is with you, Zane, and Alek. With everyone." Marina smirked. "Trust me, he is never that excited to see me." ***** On one familiar street, five childhood friends—Alek, Kai, Marina, Zara, and Zane—once shared secrets, laughter, and a mutual disdain for one particular teacher. Now, in their 30s, they return to those memories with quiet introspection. Each carried a secret dream: Alek’s ambition to build a business empire, Marina’s desire for a simple life at home, Zara’s passion for art, Zane’s love for music and then there's Kai, whose soul never tethered to a single dream. In their heartfelt recollections, they explore whether those youthful aspirations have blossomed into true happiness.

She woke up after six years in a coma—to a world that had buried her, a husband who tried to erase her, and a billionaire who would burn it all down just to keep her

when a uniquelly trouble maker girl who want to live her life normal like others get involved into a magic missions unknowingly by her destiny , and she was unknown about her missions and what future holds for her. everything is unexpected in her life even destined future # her love how her love chemistry happend. will she able to protect world? she will be able or not to live likr normals what happen in her life by her destiny. what she meant to be? she is in a story which end is not defined. what her future hold for her?

Five friends. A bond unshakable. A truth untold. Hikari, Ren, Sora, Aki, and Haruto shared a high school bond that felt eternal—a connection shaped by unforgettable moments, joyful laughter, and promises they thought they'd never break. But as time passed, life pulled them apart, leaving behind questions they never dared to answer. Years later, they reunite to celebrate what they once had, but the shadows of the past linger. Amid bittersweet memories, laughter tinged with sadness, and an ever-present silence, they find themselves confronting the gaps in their shared history. What was lost? What remains? And why does it all feel like something—or someone—is missing? *When We Were Five* is a story of friendship, love, and the weight of truths left unsaid, inviting readers into a world where not all mysteries are meant to be solved.

Canary Lienne is playful, skips classes and never serious in her studies. 'You only live once' is the title of the song she thought of as her motto to believe. Then with just one reservation at a café, she met Samuel. He is mature, silent and an adult. Samuel is her first crush. Isn't it great that they both like each other? As she grows up and faces independence, learns of things she never knew, will the bad little girl Cana remain? Or does Samuel's love and care make her the good girl she has always wanted to look up to? A warm cup of coffee in the summer and a slice of romance, a story of growing up, family, friendship, betrayal, bullying, coming out and the first struggles of teenagers. This is solely based on the experience of the author's teenage years with peers. Disclaimer: The names, characters, setting and scenes are fictional.

Friends reuniting again as adults, as they seek love. With some reuniting a spark. (Story is between 2 writers and will take time. Me and my female friend M)

Whispers of the Summer Sky** Arjun never planned to spend his summer at a remote countryside resort, much less on a quiet hilltop bench. For him, it was supposed to be an escape from his family and the noise of life—just him, his sketchbook, and the stars. But everything changes when he meets Naina, a spirited and opinionated girl who claims the bench as her own. At first, their encounters are marked by playful arguments and awkward silences, but as the nights pass and the stars grow brighter, they begin to share pieces of themselves—dreams, fears, and the secrets they hide from the world. What starts as a chance meeting turns into something deeper, as the hilltop becomes their sanctuary and the summer sky witnesses the fragile bond forming between them. But summers don’t last forever. As the days slip by, Arjun and Naina must face the reality of their lives beyond the bench. Will their connection survive the world waiting for them, or will it fade like the whispers of the summer sky? A heartfelt story of fleeting moments, unexpected connections, and the beauty of finding someone who truly understands you.

Wind a Fine Arts major and Sea, an Engineering Major have been rivals since high school .They are studying at XXXXXXX University in Thailand their clashes are well-known among their friends. when their friends Autumn and May take it upon themselves to play cupid during a summer trip their rivalry starts to shift. Amidst sunlit beaches their love begins to bloom proving that sometimes the strongest bonds come from the most unexpected places.(The plot or story is inspired by the thai bl series "We are ", some of the charters names are from another bl series "Perfect 10 liners "

become a system is a novel covered in Fantasy, Romance, Action, Adventure, Harem Genres. Written by the Author Mythical Creatures

Is it possible to fall in love with a guy you just met on a resort? Was it fate or just coconuts? An 18 year old girl is on a fun summer vacation with her family; and later finds out that maybe the Berry sangria isn't the sweetest thing she can enjoy this summer.

Emily, usually cautious and reserved, finds herself at a trendy bar celebrating a friend's birthday. After a few drinks, she meets a charming and handsome stranger, Jack. They lock eyes, and the chemistry is undeniable. As the night wears on, Emily's inhibitions fade, and she succumbs to Jack's flirtations. They share a passionate night, but the next morning, Emma regrets her impulsive decision. As she quickly gathers her belongings and prepares to leave, Jack shows no signs of remorse or attachment. Emma realizes she's just another notch on his belt. She left in anger feeling used. She vow not to cross path with him ever again, only to find out the next day Jack is her new boss at her place of work.

In the depths of the Buried Terra, where human life clings beneath a dying world, the surface is nothing but a place shrouded in darkness. The sun has lost it's heat, and with it's death came the rise of dangers that emerged from the darkness. In this isolate and dull world, where lights separates life and death. "This story contains intense horror elements, including graphic descriptions of body gore, unsettling imagery, and psychological horror. Reader discretion is advised."

Laya, a rebellious young woman, desperate for freedom and adventure, escapes the confines of her traditional upbringing. In the bustling streets of a nearby town, she meets a charismatic outsider, and their passionate encounter sets off a chain of events that puts her very life at risk. As she navigates the treacherous consequences of her choices, she must confront the darkness of her past and the secrets that threaten to destroy her future.

Seeing her in someone else's arms, why did it feel like he had lost the entire world?``` He couldn't understand why he was acting like this. The unknown and indescribable amount of emotions welling up within threatened to rip his heart apart. Moomal! He called out to her but only silence replied to him. She finally removed her hand from the lock. Before Huzaifa could understand what was going on she suddenly turned around and wrapped her arms around his neck, locking him in a tight embrace. He was shocked by her sudden intimacy yet he subconsciously grabbed onto her waist and held her tighter to his body, their bodies were pressing against one another intensely that it seemed like they would melt into each another. "I hate that I love you so much..." Her soft words felt like a hammer to his heart, and the peace he had felt for two moments added to his distress even more. The pain he goes through. He still feels broken. Who will fix his cracks?

Song Hajoon only wanted one thing. That one thing is to live peacefully with his brothers. But, it seemed like the world had something else in mind for him. He was thrown into a world of chaos and now he had to fight his way through all the hardship, pain, and the unsettling past which he thought he had long forgotten. What should he do to live peacefully with his family?

“For years, I gave myself to him without complaint. I loved him like I’d never loved another; I worked diligently in the shadows to make him the man he is today, while he only ever regarded me as his trophy wife to his peers. I didn't mind; why? Because I loved my husband, and all I wished for was his success until I didn't anymore.” _____________ Imani Knightley thought she had found her better half in Louis Benoit. They had met during her first year at the university while she was studying for her master's. Imani would call it love at first sight, and it was beautiful. She would swear on her parents graves that her husband couldn’t live or breathe without her. They had only dated for a year before she introduced him to her parents, the Knightleys, and they got married a year later. Imani would say her marriage to Louis was perfect, except for the fact that she’d been trying for kids for a while and every time life offers a glimmer of hope, she loses said hope. Yet she was happy; her marriage was perfect until it wasn’t anymore. Her husband never gave her any reason to doubt his love for her until the arrival of Louis' new personal assistant, who conveniently happened to be his ex-girlfriend. Imani’s glass-perfect marriage and image shatter as she is faced with the betrayal and deceit of Louis Benoit. What happens when divorce isn’t an option but Imani wants out? In a circle where Imani has always felt like an outcast despite the influence of her late parents, she turns to the arch-enemy of her husband with a yearning for vengeance. "Since he chooses to go low. I am willing to reach to the depths of hell just to show him what the scorn of a woman feels like. I’ll make him take a seat and watch as I destroy everything he holds dear."

[CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT!! ] (At least read the first fifteen chapters before tossing it aside) . Anna Sui woke up from her drunken state to see her boyfriend cheating on her with her best friend on the eve of their wedding. Anna was so heartbroken that she ran out of the house, but due to an unfortunate turn of event, she had a one night stand with a complete stranger. . EXCERPTS, "Anna where are you I've been trying to call you for hours now, why are you ignoring my calls?" Her frown deepened. "Leave me alone Mack you can keep being with Nari I don't care." She yelled. "Oh please stop it Anna. You're my girlfriend and I demand to know. Don't tell me you're with another man Ann. Did you forget today's our wedding" Before Anna could say a word her phone got snatched away from her. "She's mine now. If you call or disturb what's mine from now on, be ready to rot in hell." He hunged up and tossed the phone aside. . (IN THE CUPID'S QUILL COMPETITION. Support book by adding it to library, voting with power stone, gifting golden tickets and normal gift.)

Due to an accident, Roning travelled to a fantasy world where fighting spirit and magic coexisted and became the eldest grandson of Marquis Wushan. Before he had time to celebrate his good fortune, he was deprived of his right to inherit the title and even faced the risk of being expelled from the family. Fortunately, Roning obtained a piece of territory with his keen mind. Although it was remote, with the wisdom of the Blue Star people and the game system he designed, Roning gradually got rid of the difficulties, built castles, developed the economy, expanded the army and built his own empire in the alien world.

Unbeknownst to Seraphina that she was bestowed a gift and also had a past life, she lived her nineteen years in bliss until the day her parents announced a nerve-breaking news to her. She was offered as a peace bride to the son of their family business partner who they were greatly indebted to. Tried and tired of going against the marriage, Seraphina finally succumbed and accepted the proposal to marry the Lord's son under a secret agreement which was between them, the future couple. This agreement unknown to her was a trap from her famous future husband to lure her into his cage and web where together, they revisited everything about their past life. There, she found out that she was not only the town's Belle but also a powerful woman who was bestowed with an incredible gift many fought and wished to acquire which unfortunately, she had misused for the wrong people then. Discovering the hidden dark secrets that were the cause of her death and downfall in her past life, and also about the very one person whom she trusted that was the cause of her death, she vowed to avenge everyone who had used her. But her biggest setback in accomplishing her goal was, she couldn't remember who and what her future husband was in her past life no matter how hard she tried. Without remembering him, she had no power to start her revenge. The only way and breakthrough at which she can remember him was to consummate their marriage which, sadly, was not an easy feat to fulfill. Left with the last option on her list, she chose to kill everyone from her past life including her husband-to-be. But how far could she go to attain her goal with her not-so-easy vampire husband so that fate won't be repeated? She was a determined lioness trapped in the web of a cunning vampire.

In Briagas, there is only one constant denominator. The powerful always win. Justice was merely a game that the powerful play with the weak. An unbalanced, demoralizing, and revealing game. A game that can change a sheep into a wolf and wolves into demons. However, there is one variant, the "Bloodhound of Briagas" as he is called. The cop is known to be the last pure white knight in all of Briagas. A clean light against the darkest night, saving unfortunate souls and howling against the ramped injustice in Briagas. The rare incorruptible man, Kai Hamilton. They call him the bloodhound of Briagas because no matter what he will always catch his prey. Unfortunately for him in Briagas, the hero's never last long. His fall from grace sends the underbelly of Briagas into a freezy, everyone vying for the possibility to become the new owner of the infamous Bloodhound of Briagas. And unfortunately for Kai, the "Devil of Briagas" is one of those such people. Can this hero cop continue to venomous keep his hands clean in this unfair world? Or will the righteous bloodhound become just like to wolves he has been hunting? ------ Release details: Also known as The Devil You Know Read the updated novel for FREE on https://www.uylisis-universe.com/ Discord: https://discord.gg/T4kbgk6ECG

Severa Yllanna experienced her first heartbreak when Eugene Dominguez, the boy she trusted most, betrayed her during a fateful summer in Esperanza. The wound he left never truly faded, a scar she carried for years. Now, a decade later, fate brings them back together—but this time, she has no choice but to work with him. The past still lingers between them, but Severa refuses to let history repeat itself. After all, some summers may bleed, but do they ever truly heal?

Gemini visits the coastal town for a break from city life, expecting a boring summer. But everything changes when he meets Fourth, a hardworking boy with a secret love for music. As they spend time together—exploring night markets, watching fireworks, and sharing late-night talks on the beach—a quiet but undeniable connection forms. However, as summer nears its end, they must face the reality of their different lives.

Zowe Slein Martin is a simple, bubbly, happy go lucky and stupid for her crush. Bryan Lupez San Teruso, A.K.A BLUST. Isang high class, fashionable, gwapo, matalino at higit sa lahat sikat sa buong school. Isa siyang transfer student. Gagawin naman lahat ni Zowe para lang mapansin siya nito, a little things na nagagawa o naibibigay sa kaniya ni Blust. Parang umaabot na hanggang langit ang kaniyang ngiti. Pero magbabago ang takbo ng kaniyang kwento pagdating ni Blust sa school nila, Ika-crush back din kaya siya ng crush niya? Magugustohan rin kaya siya nito? Magiging sila kaya? or maybe she's the midnight summer of Blust.

"When the mind forgets, the heart will always remember the love that was once restrained." Noa and Josh were two souls bound by a love so pure, so passionate, that they were willing to defy the odds stacked against them. They fought tirelessly, refusing to let anything or anyone tear them apart. But fate had other plans. A cruel twist of destiny erased their memories of each other, leaving behind only an unshakable emptiness in their hearts. Strangers once more, they now walk separate paths, unaware of the love they once swore to protect. But can love truly be forgotten? Or will their hearts, despite the silence of their minds, find a way back to each other? A story of love, loss, and the undeniable pull of destiny because some loves are meant to be remembered.