Expectations Vs Reality Memes Novels & Stories

Lira Mae Alvarez badly needed a job, at ang posisyong inalok sa kanya ay parang panaginip na natupad— malaki ang sahod, maayos na tirahan, at pagtatrabaho para sa kilalang pamilya ng mga Delos Santos. Ang kanyang tungkulin? To assist, accompany, and essentially "babysit" their only son and heir, Gabriel Luis Delos Santos — isang lalaking kilala bilang malamig, nakakatakot, at napakahirap pasayahin o pakitunguhan. Inaasahan na ni Lira na mahirap ang magiging amo niya. She expected strict rules, awkward silence, and a lot of hard work. Pero hindi niya inaasahang makikilala niya ang isang lalaki na higit pa sa pagiging "Senyorito" na kinatatakutan ng lahat. Sa likod ng mamahaling kasuotan, seryosong mukha, at walang katapusang mga responsibilidad, Gabriel was just someone who was tired, lonely, and had forgotten what it felt like to be treated like a normal person—hindi bilang isang titulo, kundi bilang isang tao lang. Gabriel, who swore he would never let anyone enter his heart, bigla na lang natagpuan ang sarili na laging naghahanap sa Dalaga kahit saan man siya magpunta. Napagtanto niyang hindi lang pala niya ito kailangan bilang empleyada… kailangan niya ito bilang kanyang kapayapaan, kanyang kaligayahan, at kanyang tahanan. But the world they live in is full of boundaries. Siya ay simpleng babae lamang— he is the Senyorito. Society, family expectations, and their different worlds stand between them. Can a girl hired just to babysit the heir… become the one who ends up owning his whole heart?

Sophie Samonte escaped on the day of her wedding. Due to that, the groom, Tony Sandoval, and his family were put to shame. The father was so furious and the mother fainted. The mother was rushed to the nearest hospital but declared dead on arrival. The Sandovals want revenge. They want the Samonte family to suffer the same tragedy and shame that Sophie brought them. Ella, Sophie's best friend befriended Tony Sandoval. She plans to make the guy fall for her, and when emotionally attached, she will manipulate him., to help her best friend. But they both fall in love with each other. Meanwhile, Sofie applied and was hired as a private nurse of Ananda Madrid, a rich family in Palawan. There he met Victor Madrid. Their personality clashed and began no to like each other the since the first time they met. But cupid has his way to make them fall in love. Sophie's mother got sick, and she needs to go home, but the Sandovals are still hunting her. And her fear became a reality the moment she set foot at the airport. She was kidnapped and brought to Tony Sandoval, which made her choose... "Marry me or your mother will die."

Eleuthera Augustine is a soldier and a writer. At the age of 21, after her military training and missions, she saw herself being attached to her boy best friend Darren Ramirez who happened was also her Captain. Eleuthera and Darren promised to each other that no one can take them apart: One shall not leave and one shall not forget. But the promises got shattered when Darren dies in front of Eleuthera. Years later, Eleuthera had a mission: To protect the General's grandson, Zayn Eros de la Vega. Fate was playing with her when she learned her best friend's murderer has something to do with Zayn Eros. While on her mission something had happened — something she wished that was true if it was not she rather not be awakened from her dream. What if the dream she loved turned out to be her greatest nightmare? Can Eleuthera accept her best friend's fate or will she let herself drawn to her dream? Can Eleuthera disguise reality over her fantasy? Written by Doctor_Art Completed on December 12, 2020

"You have me. Until every last star in the galaxy dies, you have me." Sirius Phoenix Montemayor is more than just the heir to a multi-billion-dollar empire; he is the charismatic frontman of the global sensation, CELESTIAL. But behind the sold-out stadiums and deafening cheers lies a lethal reality: fame has painted a crosshair on his back, turning him into the ultimate high-profile target. Haven Diamond Fortaleza is a top-tier elite agent known in the underworld as the Shadow Reaper. Her latest mission is her most dangerous yet: to serve as the invisible shield for the world’s most famous rockstar. As they traverse five continents in a high-stakes world tour, Haven’s "Survive First, Love Later" code begins to crumble. In a universe full of noise, he is the melody she is sworn to protect. But as the shadows close in, will the music die, or will it ignite the universe? When duty meets desire in the middle of a global conspiracy, can a battle-hardened bodyguard finally lower her defenses? Or will the secrets of the Vanguard Initiative tear them apart before the final note hits the stage? In the clash between the Shadow and the Spotlight, only one thing is certain: some diamonds are forged in fire, but this one was born to protect the Phoenix.

Some love were planted in a garden. Others were forged across the forest of sacrifices. Tanya Aleziandra Claveria has spent her entire life chasing perfection. Not because she was greedy for it, but because she was taught that love, freedom, and happiness always come with a price. Admired by everyone yet imprisoned by impossible expectations, she believes every dream demands a price. Until everything changed when Idrisvan Arcxel Buenaventura arrived at Aurea University as its successor and a new professor. Reserved, brilliant, and impossible to ignore, he awakened a part of Tanya she believed that her fragmented soul would never find. Little did she know that it was a love that had already found her before she did. Idrisvan has known her long before fate finally brought them together, and behind his carefully crafted identity lies a man living a life far more dangerous than anyone could imagine. As their stolen moments blossom into a forbidden romance, Tanya discovers the courage to dream and choose her own happiness. Until betrayal, deception, and hidden loyalties tear them apart, leaving each to believe the other has walked away. Yet, destiny played another twisted game, giving them one final chance. Beneath the weight of old wounds, long-buried secrets, and lives forever changed, Tanya and Idrisvan must confront the truth that time could never erase. As past and present collide, they were left with unanswered question. Can a love torn apart by lies survive when fate brings two lost hearts back together? A sweeping tale of forbidden romance, hidden identities, betrayal, redemption, and second chances, their love written in pages beneath the moonlight echoes that the greatest freedom wasn't found from escaping the past. It was in two lost souls, finding their way back to each other despite the cruel games of fate.

Lily never imagined she’d end up married to Ethan, her sister's boyfriend. But now, she finds herself under the same roof with Ethan and his family, her life taking an unexpected turn. Caught in the web of her confusion, anxiety, and the judgment of her family, Lily is left feeling more isolated than ever before. Once a close-knit and loving family, the atmosphere now crackles with resentment. Lily’s every move is scrutinized, and the disapproval from her own family is overwhelming. Her desire for acceptance seems impossible as the weight of her actions presses down on her. However, there’s one person who still offers her warmth, Mommy Maita, her mother-in-law. Unlike the others, she tries to make Lily feel welcome, offering her kindness and comfort. But Lily can’t help but question whether this kindness is genuine or just a way to keep up appearances in a family already torn apart by scandal. Ethan’s attitude towards Lily only complicates things further. His anger is palpable, and he seems resistant to accept her as his wife. Lily is left in the dark, wondering why he’s so hostile, when all she wants is a connection. But with every passing day, the emotional gap between them widens, and Lily is left questioning her place in this fractured life. Torn between her desire for love and the turmoil surrounding her, Lily struggles with feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. As expectations and societal pressures weigh heavily on her, she starts to wonder if she’ll ever find a way out of this mess. Lily finds solace in her friends Miya and Rafael. They offer her the understanding and support she desperately needs, reminding her that maybe there’s still hope in a world that seems determined to tear her apart.

Ethan Grey Parker is one of the youngest and most successful businessmen of his generation. Wealth, power, and a promising future are already within his grasp. The only thing standing between him and his inheritance is a marriage he never wanted. His father has made it clear: the family fortune, the company, and everything Ethan is destined to inherit depend on one condition-he must marry Shally Marie Villafuerte. But Ethan has no desire to settle down. Marriage was never part of his plans, especially not an arranged one. Yet for the sake of his future, he finds himself trapped in a decision that is no longer his to make. Unfortunately, Shally Marie feels exactly the same. Young, ambitious, and determined to live her life on her own terms, Shally refuses to let marriage dictate her future. She isn't ready to become someone's wife, especially not a stranger's. But no matter how hard she protests, her father's decision is final. With no one willing to stand by her side, Shally begins to lose hope. Because the one person who could fight for her... isn't there. Her older sister. The woman who fears no one. The woman who never backs down from a challenge. The woman who would burn the world before allowing anyone to ruin her sister's future. But what happens when she suddenly returns? Will she succeed in stopping the wedding before it's too late? Will she be able to free Shally from a future she never chose? And if the marriage is called off, what will Ethan do when the very thing he once wanted to escape is no longer within his reach? In a story filled with family expectations, sacrifice, and unexpected emotions, lives are about to change the moment one woman decides to stand against everyone..

Addie has a crush to one of his brother's childhood friend, Zim. He is an achiever, the reason that Addie admires him the most. One night, she dared herself to admit her feelings for the guy. But Zim just laughed, leaving her a thought that he took her confession as a joke. She made herself embarassed the next day, which made her decision to avoid Zim in all possible ways as she can. Zim began to notice Addie avoiding him. He didn't know why he hates being avoided by that girl. Zim made his way to make up with her. He made it clear that he didn't want to see Addie flirting with another guy but him alone. They start dating each other as a couple, the day after. After years of abandoning her with his brother, his father returned in their place together with his new family. She discovered that their biological mother has died when she was born. The mother they had known since they were kids was actually her mother's twin. Zim didn't leave Addie at her worst. He stays by her side until they become successful together. Addie believe they had the perfect relationship. However, something happened that was far beyond her expectations. He met Zim's mother accidentally while they were dining in a restaurant. Contrary to her expectations, the man denied her in front of herself and his mother. Addie suffer so much pain causes by the man she loved the most. Zim tried to explain his reason and want them back, but Addie refuse to believe them. Zim had left no choice but to approach Addie's father and beg to marry his daughter, despite their strained relationship.

‘From a beloved actress turned into a disgraced star.’ Abot-kamay na ni Chantal Rivera ang prestihiyosong award bilang pinakamagaling na aktres sa industriya, pero isang gabi bago ang parangal, biglang pumutok ang isang pekeng eskandalo kasama ang dalawang lalaki. Sa loob lang ng ilang oras, nawala sa kanya ang lahat—ang kanyang mga tagahanga, kasikatan, respeto, at dignidad. Binalak niyang wakasan ang sariling buhay para matapos na ang dusa, subalit iniligtas siya ng isang mailap at bilyonaryong haciendero—si Marco Antonio Barcelona. At ang mas nakakagulat pa, inalok siya nito ng isang kasal para makuha nito ang pamanang nakataya sa huling habilin ng lolo nito. With nowhere left to go, pumayag si Chantal kapalit ng proteksyon, pera, at pansamantalang tirahan malayo sa mapanghusgang siyudad. It was supposed to be a business transaction—purely professional. But as the city lights fade into the silence of Marco’s private sanctuary, the lines between acting and reality begin to blur. Can she play the role of a perfect wife without falling for the man behind the contract?

Loriana Wrights was born with poor eyesight. Kahit pa may tulong ng salamin sa mata ay masyado pa ring malabo ang paningin ng dalaga. It was a rare condition that even a surgery cannot help aide her problem with her eyes. Sa pagsapit ng ika-dalawampu't isa niyang kaarawan, isang regalo mula sa hindi nagpakilalang bisita ang kanyang natanggap. Inside the crystal box is a normal-looking eyeglasses, but the moment she wore it, her eyesight suddenly went clear...and she started seeing blue and red fire on some people. Anong ibig sabihin ng asul at pulang apoy sa kanilang mga dibdib? Sino ang nagtangkang kunin siya sa gabi ng kanyang kaarawan? Maraming nabuong tanong sa isip niya na isang estranghero lang ang kayang magpaliwanag. "You only have on job. To keep the souls I seek..." Sa tulong ni Jiro, matutuklasan ni Ria ang totoo niyang pagkatao. Kung bakit niya nakikita ang mga apoy sa ilang tao at kung bakit siya nais dukutin ng Phantom Society. Flip the pages and discover the real world...because there is more to reality than meets the eye.