
Rival Hearts
In a college world where every hallway is a battlefield of intellect, pride, and desire, Rival Hearts explores the thin line between hate and a love that burns hotter than anyone expects.
When fiercely independent Harper Lawson, a chemistry major with a sharp tongue and a stubborn streak, collides with Emery Collins, a confident and ambitious literature student, sparks fly—literally. Their rivalry begins in classrooms and spills into dorms, cafeterias, and late-night campus corners. Harper thrives on rules and routine, while Emery lives for unpredictability and teasing chaos. Every insult, every sarcastic remark, every heated debate draws them closer to a truth neither is willing to admit: attraction doesn’t always ask permission.
What begins as antagonism turns into stolen glances, secret touches, and nights filled with whispered confessions and passion that neither can deny. Their friends notice the chemistry, professors are oblivious, and both women struggle with pride, past heartbreaks, and the fear of being vulnerable. As the semester unfolds, Harper and Emery navigate parties, group projects, dorm-room secrets, and the intoxicating highs of desire and intimacy.
Amid campus gossip, emotional upheavals, and raw, steamy encounters, Rival Hearts captures the journey of two women learning that love can come disguised as hate, that surrendering to desire can be terrifyingly exhilarating, and that the fiercest rivals often make the strongest partners. Full of witty banter, heart-pounding tension, and intimate romance, this novel is a slow-burning, passionate exploration of the chaos of first love and the unstoppable force of attraction.
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Chapter: Chapter 105 – Teen Rivalry & Leadership ChallengesArc One: Morning Tensions — Household ChaosThe Harper-Emery household buzzed with teenage energy like always, but today carried an extra edge.Eliana, now 17, had been selected as captain of her school debate team, and a rival teen — Madeline Cross, known for her sharp tongue and competitive streak — had challenged her publicly on social media.Mateo, 16, prepared for the regional robotics competition, facing a team that had bested him the previous year. Adrian, Lucas, Theo, and the twins were all navigating school projects, auditions, and social dynamics simultaneously.Harper entered the kitchen, sipping coffee, and immediately noticed the tension.“Eliana, you look ready to wage war,” she said softly.Eliana groaned, slamming her phone down.“Madeline is spreading rumors about my debate strategy. Everyone is watching. I don’t know if I can handle this,” she admitted.Emery placed a reassuring hand on Harper’s shoulder, then knelt beside Eliana.“Rivalry is part of growth,” she sai
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Chapter: Chapter 104 – Next Generation RisingThe Harper-Emery household was alive with teenage chaos. Seven children now navigated adolescence — hormones, social pressures, and sibling rivalries blending into daily life.•Eliana (17) — focused, protective, beginning leadership programs inspired by her parents.•Mateo (16) — adventurous, experimenting with coding and robotics clubs.•Triplets (Lucas, Adrian, Theo, 14) — balancing mischief, creativity, and deep sibling bonds.•Twins (Sofia & Isla, 12) — navigating pre-teen independence and expressive personalities.Breakfast that morning was noisy, with Eliana correcting Adrian for leaving cereal on the floor while Lucas and Mateo debated strategy for a robotics competition. Sofia and Isla practiced a synchronized morning chant they had invented for fun.Harper took a deep breath, smiling softly.“I think chaos runs in the family genetically,” she muttered.Emery laughed, ruffling Mateo’s hair.“And emotionally,” she added.⸻💍 Arc Two: Teen Mentorship & Leadership Emerge
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Chapter: Chapter 103 – The Next Generation & Rippled LegaciesArc One: Teenage Years — Seven Children Growing FastSeven years after adopting the triplets and twins, the Harper-Emery household buzzed with a mix of teenage energy, sibling rivalry, and small victories.•Eliana (16) — thoughtful, protective of younger siblings, balancing academics and art.•Mateo (15) — adventurous, curious, a natural mediator between the triplets.•Lucas (13) — protective, slightly stubborn, loves coding and strategy games.•Adrian (13) — adventurous, outdoorsy, often dragging Theo into mischief.•Theo (13) — sensitive, artistic, excels in music.•Sofia (11) — empathetic, observant, excellent with animals.•Isla (11) — expressive, outgoing, and fiercely loyal to all siblings.Breakfast chaos included spilled cereal, sibling debates over responsibilities, and the occasional accidental artistic flour explosion courtesy of Theo.Harper sipped coffee while gently directing Mateo to help the twins with morning homework.“Balance chaos with compassion,” Ha
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Chapter: Chapter 102 – The Family They Chose (Extended Epilogue – Legacy & Parenthood Expansion)👨👩👧👦 Arc One: The Unexpected Call — A New Chapter BeginsThe call came on a quiet spring afternoon while Harper reviewed fellowship applications and Emery prepared lecture notes beside her in their home office.Harper glanced at her phone and froze.“It’s the international adoption agency,” she said softly.Emery immediately closed her laptop, sensing the shift in Harper’s voice.They had registered years earlier — unsure whether their lives would ever slow enough to expand their family further. After adopting Eliana and Mateo, they assumed their family had reached its natural rhythm.Harper answered cautiously.Minutes passed.Then Harper covered her mouth, eyes flooding with emotion.“What is it?” Emery asked gently.Harper whispered, voice trembling with disbelief:“They need immediate placement for five siblings… triplet boys and twin girls.”Silence filled the room.“They don’t want them separated,” Harper added quietly. “And they specifically asked if we’d consider taking
Last Updated: 2026-02-14
Chapter: Chapter 101 – The Life They Built (Series Epilogue — 7 Years Later)🌍 Arc One: Global Legacy — The Reform That Changed AcademiaSeven years later, the Global Mentorship Ethics Initiative had become standard policy across most international universities. What began as a controversial proposal had evolved into the foundation of modern academic mentorship culture.Harper stood at the podium of the International Education Summit in Geneva, scanning the massive auditorium filled with educators, policy leaders, and students from across the world.Behind her, a large projection displayed impact statistics:✔ Student safety complaints reduced globally✔ Transparent mentorship review systems adopted in over sixty countries✔ Faculty ethical training integrated into graduate programs worldwideHarper adjusted her glasses slightly, her voice calm but confident.“Ethical mentorship isn’t a policy achievement,” she told the audience. “It’s a promise to protect intellectual growth without fear. A promise that knowledge should never come at the cost of dignity.”Ap
Last Updated: 2026-02-14
Chapter: Chapter 100 – Honeymoon & Legacy Reflection🌊 Arc One: Honeymoon Arrival — Finally BreathingThe private coastal villa overlooked a stretch of turquoise water so clear Harper could see coral formations beneath gentle rolling waves. Palm shadows swayed across white stone pathways, and the salty breeze carried a calm that neither of them had felt in years.Harper dropped her suitcase just inside the villa doorway and laughed softly.“It feels strange not having deadlines, hearings, or policy briefings waiting,” she said.Emery closed the door behind them, locking the world away with a quiet click.“We survived everything,” Emery replied, stepping closer. “We’re allowed to rest now.”Harper turned toward her slowly, wedding band glinting in the afternoon sunlight.“We’re married,” she whispered again, like she still needed to test the reality.Emery smiled, brushing her fingers along Harper’s cheek.“Still real.”Their lips met in a slow, unhurried kiss — soft, warm, familiar. The kind that carried history instead of urgency. Har
Last Updated: 2026-02-13
Chapter: EpilogueIt has been over a month since JJ and the others have gone missing.Naomi and her have graduated from high school, all of them are attending the same university. But have different major.Naomi studies Crime Justice, and she is engaged to Daniel Golden the chief of Police in New YorkMichael is now married to his high school sweetheart Mary, Michael studies Sociology and Mary studies LawSora is a supermodel at New York and studies fashion have a boyfriend name Laim Banks,Kelvin now President of Umbrella CorporationBut the rest of their friends; Kingsley, Troy, Marcus, and JJ are still missing.But Naomi and the rest of the gang still investigating on their who have gone missing and family member as well. Up still now they haven't found who took their food JJ from hospital a year ago. And they haven't found any lead on whom he or she that took JJ that faithful day. But Naomi has never stopped searching
Last Updated: 2021-10-27
Chapter: Juliana Victoria Diary Book 10Flashback (Juliana POV) December 17, 20xx Dear Diary I have a found a man whom I like to spend the rest of my with and his Christopher Brooks. I knew him since our high school days and college as while. But never knew how to confess my feelings for him, sadly he's in love with another woman. January 1, 20xx Before I knew it, my feelings grow faster and faster. So I took a deep long breath and then? “I like very much Chris I've been in love with you since high school and college, I didn't want to make you uncomfortable with feelings about you since you have a girlfriend already. He was quiet and just stare at me coldly and laughed at me cause he thought 🤔 I was telling him a joking. * Christopher talking * “Listen here you ugly piece of shit! a low lifelike you liked me? * smirk* I don't date ugly girls with freckle faces, your family is poor, your are unattractive, fat, slut, etc....” I felt so humi
Last Updated: 2021-09-01
Chapter: Pure evil Book 9Guys, I think that whatever is using JJ's body as a vessel is something very evil. Said Mike. What you mean by that Naomi raised a brow at him, when I was at work the other day, a voice kept whispering “ Kill them all.” when I went to see who was saying that whatever or whoever that was disappeared. Now we are going somewhere, Naomi shouted, mm-mm... Guys, do you think? 🤔 Sora go back to JJ's place see if you can found any clue that could help us. Michael, me and you need need to go to the library to check old records about our town.Alright, we’ll Meet at the hospital were Omar is watching JJ.( Both sora and Michael) YES.Sora went back to the JJ’s house and both Naomi and Michael heading straight to the library.Hey Nao have you heard from Troy, Shane, and Kingsley? After Ryan’s party from 2 nights ago?now that you mentioned it Mike, I haven’t heard from them ever since JJ was possessed. Naomi said with
Last Updated: 2021-08-02
Chapter: Solving The Unknown Book 8But will we do now? OurFriend JJ is unstable said Alex. Yeah I agree replied Naomi. We need tobe extra careful, knowing that thing is inside of him.Wait, you mean JJ has possessed been by something? Yeah said, Sara. Do you know what's inside him?Am afraid not said, Michael. As for now, we can't trust him. Everyone nodded their head in agreement.Who will replace JJ for now until we figure out how to free him from that thing in him.Everyone started thinking long and hard. Oh know our perfect person, said Kingsley. Who? Replied Michael.His name is Louis Knight.Kingsley are you trying to kill us all! Shouted Daniel.Daniel do you know this person just called? Yeah, I do. His family is very powerful.Powerful meaning? Said Naomi.He's from the house of Black Spades.What! Yeah, he's from the mafia.Listen to me Kingsley said. I know him pretty well, besides he has something we really for
Last Updated: 2021-07-24
Chapter: Missing Book 7He couldn't sleep, eat,or go out. He kept the sick and twisted event in mind and my hands nowcovered in the blood my best friend.Naomi was walking homefrom a science contest, and remember Sora and her need to be at the mallto pick out a dress. So she decided to call her line but, it said theline is out of service.OddShe decided to ring Michael and the others. Can one you'll call her Sora please, they all did but no luck.Shut it Troy she's isn't missing? Said Naomi. If she isn't missing why the fuck is she not picking my calls said, Michael." Maybe her phone her phone is dead said, Naomi."Whatever you say.But I'll call her again tonight said, Michael. Sure why not.Her parents started get worried. Uhm...Naomi? Yes? Sora mom, have you heard anything from my daughter? No ma'am.Sora's mom face looked totally defeated and sorrow written all over this sweet and caring woman fac
Last Updated: 2021-07-24
Chapter: Murdered In Cold Blood Book 6( Evil Spirit)JJ its time.I understand said JJ. So-called Sora over to his house, to catch up like old times.Sora hello? Oh hi JJ how are you?JJ: am good. So Sora do want coming over? to hang out?Sora: Sure thing JJ I'll be there in 20 minutes.JJ: okay see you soon.With that, he hung up the phone. Master, it has been done.( Evil spirit)Good work my child.Little did the gang knowthat their best JJ is being controlled. They have no idea that theirlife is in serious danger. They are so screwed right now because no oneknows that the evil spirit who pretend to be JJ's mom is seeking abouttheir life.So the evil spirit plan is in motion right now. Poor Sora didn't know her life is in serious danger right now.Twenty minutes laterSora showed up in JJ house. She pressed the doorbell, and then heopened the door to her and she walked in. She hugged JJ I missed you
Last Updated: 2021-07-24
Chapter: Epilogue 2 YEARS LATER... After graduation, Brad and Brandon are now working alongside their cousin Lillian. Edward took over his family business Blakes Enterprise. and Lillian runs both Empires L.K and Carlos Empire along with which he passed down to her a long time ago, now name Kings Empire, Plus her late father Hotel Spade and Queens. Her friend Nancy owns a travel agency, and Mia is a professional supermodel. yeah everyone is business during their own thing. But soundly her grandpa and great-grandpa have passed, she buried them next to her parents. (Edward POV) I sat in my chair looking over the paperwork on the table, I called my secretary to tell me my today schedule. Yeah, it pretty full and booked. I have a meeting in 5 minutes with Greenlight estate the largest shareholder. I still think about her; she changed her hair color to fire red, and Her beautiful greenish-yellow gold eyes, which I won't ever forget. Yes, I no longer dates girls or
Last Updated: 2021-06-24
Chapter: GRADUATION DAYFOLLOWING MORNING ( Edward POV) I have been waiting for the day all my life. Yesterday I saw Lilly. She came very late due to her family's personal issues. Which okay, since told her to rest up. Anyway, She's still in bed sleeping. This is the first time in a long time, she sleeping in like this, cause she's will the first to wake up; before everyone. Once I spotted her training herself in the backyard of the house. Man was she breathtaking with her cute training clothes. Anyway, I need to go out to buy some clothes for a ceremony at the campus today at 5 p.m. mom am off now. " OKAY, SON SHE REPLIED." With I left he to see my best Jay at this place to see how he was doing. After two minutes, I left his house; and started heading to the mall, to buy clothes, and other stuff. A beautiful necklace, shaped like a jaded green-eyedrop. So I head toward the jewelry store, I brought it. after I was done, I headed home. ( Anna Blake) Welcom
Last Updated: 2021-06-20
Chapter: Grim Reaper LillyLilly dropped her friends off at their houses. Uncle Ryan, Carlos Thanks for coming with me on this trip. you silly girl you're my niece, of course, I'll go with ya he said smiling brightly. Same here Carlos replied. Lilly my sweet niece I have good news for you. Really? Uncle Ryan nodded. Chris just called me as soon, I came out of my father's house. He said, Desmond Diamond, the leader of the Diamond gang admitting to setting a bomb in your parent's car. Thank you uncle for the information. Carlos calls my great-grandpa and tells him to us at my old house, and bring his men and new toys along with him. He did what he was told. (Lillian) " THE FUCKING BASTARD WILL DIE NICE AND PAINFUL DEATH." Her face was unreadable, her smile dark, that cold chilly feeling he had way be as returned. Her demon she kept locked up for a month or year has been released. No one is safe anymore. Bro Carlos is he on his
Last Updated: 2021-06-18
Chapter: Meeting my great-grandfatherI told Mr & Mrs. Blake about me traveling in four days to see meet one of my family members I haven't played my eyes on ever since I was a middle school.( Henry Blake) Who is the person? and where does this person live?Master Blake the person am going to see is my great-grandfather Alexander King, who lives in Chicago.( Kate Blake) Have met him before Lillian.No, Mistress, I've not. My uncle just me about him yesterday.( Henry Blake) I see. You have permission to travel to meet your great-grandfather.Thank you, Master Blake.( Henry Blake) My wife and servants have told me, all the good deeds you have been doing for our family. Also, your college professors called me and, told me about your excellent performance in their classes. So tell me what do you want for your graduation present. Name anything you want and it yours.Really sir? Lilly said in a surprised tone. Master Blake nodded.( Master Blake) Yes
Last Updated: 2021-06-18
Chapter: Telling The Truth (Part 4)So Lillian decided to call her friends Mia and Nancy over at her uncle's house. Since she hasn't seen them like for forever. Group Chat ( Lillian) Hey Bitches!!!!!! ( Mia) Hey. ( Nancy) Sup. ( Lillian) Hey, girls are you guys free this weekend? ( Nancy) Yup! ( Mia) Yup! Let me guess you have something to tell us? Yes? ( Lillian) * Laugh* yeah your right. ( Nancy) Is everything okay Lilly? ( Lillian) Everything is okay. Just missed you, girls, a lot. (Mia) So what shall we visit your Uncle's house? ( Lillian) This weekend, cause I won't be around for three days. ( Nancy) are you traveling somewhere? (Lillian) yeah. ( Mia) Where are you going? ( Lillian) To see my great-grandfather. ( Both Mia and Nancy) WHAT!!!! ( Mia) You never told us that. ( Lillian) I just found out like today. (Nancy Fine. we'll let it slide f
Last Updated: 2021-06-13
Chapter: Tell the truth ( part 3)With that, her grandpa left and she leads the other maids and butlers to do their work. half an hour later the house was all clean. ( Ms. Lu) um..excuse me miss Kings??? yes? what's the problem, Ms. Lu? (Ms. Lu) the hospital just called me and told me that my husband got into a serious car accident and needs to go under surgery, and the cost is a lot. So do you mind talking to the master? about giving me a raise? please. Lillian, please help me am begging you. Ms. Lu was about to kneel, but Lilly stopped her. Don't worry Ms. Lu am going to help you with the hospital bill, no need to worry. Is he the only family you have? Lilly asked Ms. Lu. Ms. Lu shakes her head to the side, " no". all my oldest son is about to go to college, and the twins are about to be freshmen at Austin Academy. I see, Ms. Lu, I see you love and cherish your family dearly. Just like my parents were dear to me before I lost them in a
Last Updated: 2021-06-06
Chapter: Chapter 16(Roslyn) Well sweetie?Amy flew into her mother's arm and said yes, that she would love to stay with her.(Riley) Amy, can i ask you something?Amy wiped her tears with her hands, and answered yes.(Amy) You want to know how I knew your middle name was Riley?He nodded yes.(Amy) It was your schedule paper, next to you, so I just glazed at it. I looked away. Are you mad? I already know your name is Lucas Santiago. But I like calling you Riley, include.(Riley) Don't worry, am not mad. Only my dad or mom calls me Riley. Don't worry, only you or my closest friends are allowed to call me by my middle name. Besides, I did introduce myself to you using my middle name.(Amy) And mom?(Roslyn) Yes, sweetie?(Amy) Yes I will live with you, with my new brothers, and with dad.Her mom was very happy, when Amy called Henry dad.(Roslyn) don't worry, Henry won't be mad, cause you called him dad. he will be happy that you accepted him with an open heart. Um... Riley would like to stay with us as w
Last Updated: 2022-10-10
Chapter: Chapter 15Riley saw the text that Amy just sent him. He smiled to himself and came out of this car.(Roslyn) ah...you most be Riley, right? My daughter told me good things about you. Amy face was now beyond beef red. Her mom and Riley laughed.(Riley) It's very nice to meet you, Mrs. Daniels.(Roslyn) Please call me Roslyn dear. He nodded his head. And sat next to Amy.(Roslyn) So, my daughter have told me everything that monster did to her, and how you conceived her to speak to me again. Thank you, Riley.(Riley) of course, I'll do anything for Amy.He smiled warmly.Amy's mom raised a brow at what he just said. While Amy face turned red as tomatoes(Riley) Anyway, when she told me, what that ass wipe did to her; I was beyond pissed off. So I gave her my number just in case if she's in any type of danger, that I would be there to rescue her.(Roslyn) Thank you once more. So where are your parents?(Riley) My mom has passed away when I was little. And my dad is currently on a business trip
Last Updated: 2022-10-10
Chapter: Chapter 14As soon as Amy saw her mom, she flew into her arms and wept. Mom, I missed you so much, as she continued to weep on her mother's shoulder.{Roslyn patted her daughter's back}(Roslyn) Baby girl weep your eyes, your mommy is here for you. My baby, I missed you every single day. Amy my sweet girl, when I asked you your dad, you went silent on the phone. Tell me what did your dad do to you?(Amy) Mom, ever since you divorced dad, dad has been bringing different women home each and every day. When I protest he beats me until I can't move. He even lost his job, he become a drunkard. The worst part is...Tears started flowing down her face.(Roslyn) WHAT DID HE DO?(Amy) HE...H...H...HE..RAPED ME! AND ONE NIGHT HE CAME DRUNK, AND HE ENTERED MY ROOM AND WANTED TO DO IT AGAIN, BUT GOD SAVED ME THIS TIME, HE PASSED OUT, AND I CALLED MY PHONE FROM SCHOOL, HE PICKED ME UP, AND AM STAYING WITH HIM AS WE SPEAK.(Roslyn) WHAT!!!! DID YOU CALL THE COPS ON HIM?!!!(Amy) He said, "He will kill me if
Last Updated: 2022-10-10
Chapter: Chapter 13It's finally the weekend, both Riley and Amy are at home. They are both seating side to side on the couch watching television and laughing. {Amy phone rang}Amy stared at the caller id, she couldn't recognize the number.(Amy) Hello, who is this?(Roslyn Daniels) Hi baby girl..........(Amy) mom?*Sobbing*(Amy) I...I...I..MISSED YOU SO MUCH!(Roslyn) baby, I missed you too. How is your father?Amy was quiet when her mom mention her dad.(Roslyn) Amy? ( Amy) can we meet today? at a nearby cafe. cause of what am about to tell you, I can't say it over the phone.(Roslyn) did your dad do.....Amy cut her mom off.(Amy) Let us meet first. what time?(Roslyn) how about 12 noon.(Amy) that's sounds good. I'll see you soon mom.(Roslyn) okay, baby girl.......who was that just called you? Riley asked her.That was my mom who just called me, Amy responded to Riley with a warm smile. Also, can you drive me to a nearby café close to our place, please? Amy asked Ri. Sure why not he replied.
Last Updated: 2022-10-10
Chapter: Chapter 12( Riley) So when will you call your mom about what your father has been doing to you, or will you be silent about it?....... she was quiet for a minute or so, then she...This weekend I'll call her, and tell her everything he has been doing to me, do you think I should get the cops to involve, in this matter?Riley raised his brow, at her. Of course, you get the police involved in this matter, he has done something, despicable to you, talk less, touched you inappropriately, he said with a low tone so that no one can't hear, their conversation.I guess your right Ri, .let's go home, am very tired and * yawn* sleepy.Sure why not he said, So they got up, and left the ice cream shop.(Amy pov)Today was a great day because took me out for ice cream, something I never had since my childhood. To experience this for the first time in a long time, made me very happy. When he asked me when I will call my mom, and tell her what my useless, good-for-nothing dad, has been doing me. At first, I
Last Updated: 2022-10-10
Chapter: Chapter 11*Amy blushing*I....I....I...UM...Sorry for what I just did now. ( Riley) for kissing me?um...yeah...Amy said shly while staring at the flood.Riley leaned closer to her ears and said " your lips are delicious I want to kiss you again."Now Amy's face is flushed with embarrassment, and she ran towards his car. He laughed while he exited the school building, and towards his car. Hey, Amy was that your face kiss? Am I your first kiss? while they both entered the car.(Amy) And yes, it was my first kiss, and yes, your the first guy I kissed.Riley was happy to know he was her first. Anyway, Where do you want to eat? he asked her.Anywhere is fine with me, am not that picky with food, she replied to him with a small smile.A few minutes laterThey stop stopped at an Ice cream shop close to a small food store. They both got out of the car, and enter the ice cream shop( Female worker) Hello, how may I help you today?( Amy) Can I have oreo ice cream, please?(Female worker) And you sir?
Last Updated: 2022-10-10