Rules Of Engagement Novels & Stories

"Our heart beats only with their permission." For as long as she can remember, the bookworm Synecdoche Rochet, 23, has lived a simple life in Maharlika Nation—hiding in the grasses and grains of District G to avoid the terrifying power of the Embassy and its ruthless Ambassador. In a dytopian world that is controlled and opressed, Synecdoche Rochet embarks on a mission to get back their rights on their district's valuable resources—the grains. When she discovered her intellectual ability, she found herself drawn to the charismatic Giovanni, the long-lost Ambassador's previleged son together with other intelligent students, Ulap, Token and Keithwarth. They found themselves being the tributes on the 2nd Maharlika Spelling TwistBee—trapped in the Word Arena. An annually commemorated survival game where each district will represent 1 letter in the Alphabet, spell the given English words not verbally, but by brutal killings of other competitors who have letter tattoos on their arms. The rules are to Spell and Kill. Within the killer's reach, the team-up of Synecdoche, Giovanni, Ulap, Token and Keithwarth isn't a coincidence, it's a conspiracy. What if Synecdoche's age will be reversed? Will they use their intelligence for vengeance? Will they compel love and trust to survive the battle royale? Is their life the price or the prize? "Even the shortest word has the longest meaning. Spell the words and kill with swords!"

Aliyah has spent her entire life living in the shadow of her sister, Aleli. Aleli often took away the things that made her happy, including her boyfriend, Benedict. She caught them in bed together, and instead of apologizing, Benedict blamed her for his infidelity. He accused her of lacking too much in their relationship, saying that Aleli filled those gaps and was better than her in every way. Aliyah’s heart shattered completely when the two got engaged. At their engagement party, Aleli created a scene, accusing Aliyah in front of their parents of trying to seduce Benedict. Heartbroken and humiliated she ran out of the party. She almost got hit by a car, and with so much stress and shock, she fainted. When she woke up, she found herself in Conner’s bedroom, Benedict’s uncle, a congressman. Conner made her an unexpected offer: a marriage of convenience. He needed a wife to improve his public image for the upcoming election. Aliyah and Conner’s relationship was starting to improve, but it didn’t take long before the fragile foundation they were building began to shake when Aleli found out about her marriage to Conner—a man far wealthier and more powerful than Benedict—started to do things and create issues to ruined her marriage to Conner. Despite that, Aliyah and Conner grew even closer. They discovered each other’s strengths and weaknesses, which only strengthened their bond. Just when Aliyah thought nothing could break them and she was finally ready to admit her love for Conner, his mother arrived along with Conner’s ex-girlfriend and dropped a bombshell—she had returned to tell Conner that they had a child together. But Conner did everything to prove that no matter what happens, he will always choose her above everything else.

Kiana Cathryss Devereaux has spent the last ten years trying to outrun the ghosts of her past. Once a bullied scholarship student at an elite prep school, she is now a hardworking nurse buried under a mountain of debts and family responsibilities. When her 10-year high school reunion rolls around, she braces herself to face her old wealthy tormentors, fully expecting to be the underdog once again. Tyler Kezter Rosier—the city’s most elusive billionaire bachelor, a brilliant doctor, and a former classmate who barely knew Kiana existed back then. Tyler is dealing with his own nightmare: an relentless ex-girlfriend he desperately needs to get off his back, and the heavy pressure of the media spotlight. When a chance encounter in the hotel hallway leads to a spontaneous, defensive decision, Kiana walks into the ballroom on Tyler’s arm. They announce a fake engagement. The ruse works perfectly at first, completely silencing the high-society mean girls and giving Kiana her long-awaited moment of redemption. But the triumph is short-lived. A stray camera catches the moment, and photos of the "happy couple" instantly go viral, sparking a massive PR storm. The fake engagement quickly spirals out of control when Tyler’s terminally ill mother sees the news and finds new hope in her son's impending wedding. Bound by guilt and love for his mother, Tyler pleads with Kiana to keep up the charade. In exchange, he offers a lifeline: financial security and a guaranteed future for Kiana’s younger sister. With too much at stake, Kiana has no choice but to agree to the deal. As they are forced to navigate public appearances, family dinners, and flashing cameras, the lines between performance and reality begin to blur. Every lingering touch, protective gesture, and "fake" kiss starts to feel dangerously real.

Ayla has always lived on the edge of survival. When desperation drives her to offer herself to Caden Adrian Valensar, an untouchable billionaire and world-class athlete, she never expects to become part of his secret and controlled world—no emotions involved, no attachments, no promises, just enough to protect his reputation. But rules are never enough, and control is only an illusion. One unexpected pregnancy changes everything, forcing Ayla to disappear and bury her feelings for him, just to protect his image while raising their child alone. Years later, muling pinagtagpo ng tadhana ang kanilang mga landas... and a single word from a child shatters the world Caden spent years trying to control: “Daddy.” Now, the billionaire athlete must face the truth he never saw coming—the child that was hidden from him. And the woman he once let go... the only woman he was never able to forget. Pero may mga sikreto na hindi habambuhay mananatiling nakabaon... at may mga pagmamahal na bumabalik, kasabay ng sakit, pagsisisi, at mga katotohanang mahirap tanggapin. How can this athletic billionaire protect the reputation he spent years building? And is he willing to forgive the woman who hid his child from him?

“I’ll turn ruins into homes, no matter who stands in my way.” —Elara “In a world of power, she’s the only one who defies me.” —Veylen Elara Cruz is an idealistic architect determined to honor her late father’s legacy by building homes for the people. But her world collapses when Adrian Veylen, the world’s first trillionaire and ruthless tycoon, buys out all her projects overnight. Furious and heartbroken, Elara accepts a position in his company—not to serve him, but to secretly destroy him from the inside. Working under Adrian proves far more dangerous than she imagined. Sparks ignite between them as she navigates office politics, subtle sabotage, and his piercing attention. Adrian, captivated by her fire and brilliance, is unaware that her loyalty is a lie. Adding to the chaos is Cassandra Vail, Adrian’s childhood friend and long-time admirer, whose manipulations and jealousy create constant obstacles, forcing Elara and Adrian into moments of tension, desire, and bitter confrontation. Their hidden attraction soon leads to a night that changes everything—followed by betrayal, harsh words, and a storm that leaves Elara with amnesia… and carrying Adrian’s child. Taken in by Lucas, a childhood friend who secretly falls for her, Elara begins a new life unaware of the father of her son. Seven years later, fate brings them together again at Elara’s engagement party. Adrian slowly discovers the truth about their child, while Cassandra’s schemes continue to fuel doubt and rivalry. Memories resurface, secrets unravel, and the stakes rise as they confront past betrayals, jealousy, and manipulations. In the end, If love proves stronger than revenge and ambition. Is Adrian and Elara will reunite? Embracing their son and rebuilding their lives together from heartbreak to redemption is enough to fix what's broken?

Tahimik at simple lamang ang buhay ni Analeia at ng kanyang ina na naninirahan sa syudad kahit isa lamang siyang secretary sa isa sa pinaka-maimpluwensyang kompanya sa bansa, ang Moreau Corporation. Ngunit ang payak niyang buhay ay panandalian lamang nang isang araw ay may ipinakilalang lalaki ang kanyang ina, at inaaya na ito ng kasal. Tutol man si Analeia ay gusto niya pa ring pagbigyan ang ina dahil na rin sa maaga itong nabyuda at nangungulila sa makakasama sa buhay. Hindi makapaniwala si Analeia nang malaman niya sa mismong araw ng engagement party ng kanyang ina at nobyo nito na magiging stepbrother niya ang mabagsik nilang CEO na si Eros Freniere ng Moreau Corporation. Ano na lamang ang kanyang gagawin sa oras na malaman niya na ang kanyang ina ang dahilan kung bakit nasira ang pamilya ni Eros at kung bakit ito mabagsik sa kanilang dalawa? Walang kamalay-malay si Analeia na matagal na siyang pinapasundan ni Eros simula pa lamang. Kaya nakabuo ito ng plano upang maipaghiganti ang pamilya niyang nasira. Will Analeia sabotage the relationship of her mother and Eros’ father para lamang lumaya sa kasalang nagawa ng kanyang ina sa mga Freniere? Or will she fight her love for Eros kahit na ang pag-asa na mahalin siya pabalik nito ay isang suntok lamang sa buwan? Will Eros be able to forgive Amelia Cervantes and show his real feelings to Analeia or will they both bleed their own hearts?

Karolina Korkova is a single mother working as a stripper, doing everything she can just to survive and keep her two children fed. When her son is diagnosed with cancer, the medical bills pile up beyond what she can handle. Desperate, she accepts a VIP invitation to perform for the governor of Puerto Rosario, hoping it will be enough to save her child. Pero ang akala niyang simpleng trabaho lang, nauwi sa isang bangungot. Karolina witnesses something illegal and dangerous inside the governor’s world. She wants to run, but in Puerto Rosario, escape is impossible. Once you enter, there is no way out. Governor Alejandro Volkov Delgado is feared for a reason. Cold, ruthless, and powerful, he rules the city with an iron grip. People say he has no heart, not because he shows anger, but because he shows nothing at all. Instead of letting her go, Alejandro offers her a contract: a marriage in exchange for money, obedience, and her son’s treatment. With no choice, Karolina agrees. At first, she lives in fear of him and his world. But slowly, Alejandro shows a different side, a quiet protection, constant presence, and unspoken care. Over time, fear turns into confusion, then something deeper. Karolina begins to see the man behind the governor… and in the heart of a ruthless world, she finds something she never expected... love.

Love is more than just an emotion. You can feel it but you can't explain what truly it is. It just happened. It only takes a snap of fingers or blink of an eye to fall in love with someone. It do not require too much time to like a person.Two people with different set of attitudes destined to meet each other in a very odd situation. One is being already fallen and the other one is about to fall. One is already broken but the other one is still raw and whole. Yumi Illona Perez, a man-hater, who was stuck up in a situation of being the master of Rave Castillo, the Prime Master or popularly known as the Campus King of Kingston High University. Their ‘master-slave relationship’ all started with a deal. They made rules to keep the boundaries between them. But, it's true that love conquers all. It has no territories nor boundaries.Is there any chance that they will deeply love each other despite of their differences? He is sweet. She is bitter. He has a warm heart. She is cold-hearted. Love acts in a very strange way. So be prepared when you fall in love. “Is it necessary to love with a reason? If you love someone, then there should be no reason at all. Dahil kapag may dahilan at sa sandaling mawala ito, hindi mo na mahal 'yong tao. It is not called love anymore.”- Rave Castillo

Is cheating a choice or a mistake? Sabi sa "Wikipedia" cheating generally describes various actions designed to subverb rules in order to obtain unfair advantages. It is also define as infidelity at madami pang iba. Pero ikaw as a person do you see yourself cheating to the one you love? Dahil sa kanya mo nahanap ang wala sa present partner mo? Or Nagsasawa ka na dahil sa tagal n'yong magkarelasyon naging, dull na ang lahat at nawala na ang "spark" sa pagitan n'yong dalawa. Sino ang dapat sisihin? Ang taong nawalan ng oras o ang taong naghanap ng iba? Zander Alvarez isang binatang nabighani sa karisma ni Michaella Tan. Nagkrus ang landas ng dalawa sa hindi inaasahang pagkakataon. Naging malapit sa isa't isa at hindi naglaon ay mas lumalim ang kanilang pagiging magkaibgan at nauwi sa hindi inaasahang pagkakaintindihan. Pinagtagpo ang dalawa ng tadhana sa maling panahon at maling pagkakataon. Maitatama pa kaya ng dalawa ang mga pagkakamali ng pinagbabawal na relasyon? Tama bang ipagpatuloy ang isang relasyong sinira ng tukso at kasinungalingan? Ipagpapalit mo ba ang sampung taong relasyon sa isang walang kasiguraduhan na pagmamahalan?

Jeiara Kyrie Mendez, an 18 years old student whom arrange marriage with Lance Hiro Del Castillo, a 31 years old great soldier. at age of 10 they encountered, he has been her hero. Iniligtas sya ni Lance sa kamay nang mga kumidnap sa kanya para Sana sya pasabugin, naging tulala sya sandali dahil sa trauma na dinanas pero mabuti nalang at nandyan si Lance palagi, she once told him na gusto nya syang maging Asawa when she grow up. pero matapos Ang confession nya ay di na nagpakita Ang lalaki, tinanong nya Ang parents nya tungkol dito but they only said that his on a big mission. nagpagaling sya at naging mabuting anak at estudyante gaya nang payo nito at Ang sinabi nitong kahit saang man sya mag punta ay lagi itong nariyan para sa kanya. Dumating Ang araw nang kanyang ika 18th birthday, Masaya Ang lahat except her bukod kasi sa hiniwalayan nya Ang kanyang mahal na nobyo ay di nya pa alam Kong kanino sya ikakasal pero nagulantang sya nang Makita at malamang Kong sino Ang pakakasalan nya. Si Lance, Ang sundalong naging una nyang hinangaan sa pinaka murang Edad pa lamang. matapos iannounce Ang kanilang Engagement ay Hindi paman nagsisimula Ang kanilang love story ay may gusto nang sumira nito, si Brenda Ang ex ni Lance na first love nito. will they both fall inlove in each other despite sa gap nang kanilang mga Edad? Pano Kung mahulog ulit si Lance sa pagpapapansin ni Brenda? will, Sabi nga nila mahirap kalaban Ang First Love.