Toxic Relationship

Aku memohon pada suamiku sampai 99 kali, memintanya menemaniku menonton konser Jay. Pada permohonan ke-100 kali, akhirnya dia membeli dua tiket barisan depan. Aku yang sudah berdandan rapi justru dicegat satpam di pintu masuk karena tidak bisa mengeluarkan tiket. Sampai konser bubar, aku juga tidak berhasil menghubunginya. Berita tentang suami dan pacarnya yang memesan lagu "Sunny Day" pada konser Jay masuk ke trending topic. Di lirik "Sunny Day" tidak ada hujan, karena hanya duniaku yang diguyur hujan deras.

Pada tahun kesepuluh pernikahan kami dengan sang pianis genius, aku terserang sebuah penyakit aneh. Sebulan yang lalu, demi menjaga adik iparnya yang sedang sakit, suamiku absen dari pesta ulang tahunku. Aku yang setiap hari menunggunya pulang, kali ini aku lupa menunggu dan tidur lebih awal. Setengah bulan yang lalu, suamiku membawa adik iparnya menghadiri sebuah pertunjukan penting. Aku yang biasanya pencemburu, kali ini tidak marah sedikit pun dan hanya pulang ke rumah dengan tenang. Tiga hari yang lalu, aku jatuh sakit dan demam tinggi. Suamiku bergegas pulang dari luar kota, tetapi ternyata hanya untuk merawat tangan adik ipar yang melepuh karena tersiram air panas. Setelah bertemu di rumah sakit, aku yang biasanya mudah cemburu, justru merasa tenang secara luar biasa. Aku melupakan janji kami untuk menua bersama, juga melupakan kata-katanya dulu yang bilang bahwa dia akan merasa sangat sedih meski kulitku hanya lecet sedikit. Hingga saat suamiku mengatakan ingin menjemput adik iparnya untuk tinggal di rumah dan merawatnya seumur hidup, ingatanku mulai memudar dan aku memanggil Sistem. "Aku mau pulang."

Pada hari jadi pernikahan kami yang ketiga, aku menunggu selama lima jam di restoran berbintang Michelin favorit Dion Bahlilah. Namun, dia tidak bisa dihubungi lagi. Pada akhirnya, aku melihatnya di unggahan sosial media milik kekasih masa kecilnya, Arina Purbaya. Dion menemaninya ke Benua Anarsia, benua yang sangat dingin. [Aku bilang aku sedang bad mood, dia langsung membatalkan seluruh janjinya untuk menemaniku bersantai.] [Ternyata, teman masa kecil lebih menenangkan daripada penguin.] Gambar yang menyertainya menunjukkan pemandangan yang sangat dingin, tetapi Dion dengan lembut memeluknya. Matanya memancarkan semangat membara yang belum pernah kulihat sebelumnya. Tiba-tiba, aku merasa lelah. Aku menghentikan pertanyaan menyakitkan itu, menghentikan tangisan histerisku. Aku hanya dengan tenang menyukai unggahan tersebut dan mengirimkan pesan pada Dion. [Ayo bercerai.] Setelah beberapa lama kemudian, dia mengirim pesan suara. Nada suaranya menantang. “Oke, akan aku tanda tangani saat pulang.” “Lihat saja nanti siapa yang akan menangis dan memohon agar aku tidak pergi.” Orang yang menerima perlakuan khusus membuat mereka berani bertindak tanpa batasan, Dion pun sama sekali tidak mempercayainya. 'Tetapi Dion... Tidak ada seorang pun yang tidak bisa meninggalkan seseorang, hanya saja orang itu masih cinta. Tetapi mulai sekarang, aku tidak ingin mencintaimu lagi.'

Setelah tujuh tahun menikah, Sisca mewarisi harta senilai ratusan triliun, tetapi saat proses serah terima dengan pengacara, dia diberi tahu bahwa akta nikahnya palsu. Harta ratusan triliun itu hanya bisa dia warisi seorang diri. Setelah pengacara menyelidiki perkara ini, dia menyebut sebuah nama, "Pasangan yang terdaftar dalam pernikahan Pak Kenny adalah Syifa, sementara statusmu saat ini adalah ... belum menikah." Orang-orang di Kota Simaraka tahu bahwa Sisca dan Kenny telah dijodohkan sejak dalam kandungan. Sisca adalah belahan jiwa Kenny, permata dalam genggamannya. Saat menikah, Kenny menggelar pernikahan abad untuk Sisca. Dia bersumpah dengan lantang, "Aku, Kenny, nggak akan pernah mengkhianati Sisca!" Namun, akta nikahnya dengan Syifa justru didaftarkan pada hari kedua setelah pernikahan mereka.

Ayannah is an office employee heartbroken from a painful relationship with her boyfriend, struggling to trust and love again. Immanuel, a charismatic CEO and billionaire deeply in love with Ayannah from the start, steps into her life determined to teach her the true meaning of love and how to open her heart. As Ayannah slowly learns to heal and embrace love, she faces a difficult choice—will she forget Immanuel and the chance for a new love, or will her actions unknowingly threaten to ruin his future?

The book narrates the emotional entanglements between Judy, a graduate of a prestigious university, and Lewis, the president of Caler Corporation, as well as their interactions with other characters in their orbit. Judy finds herself unexpectedly involved with Lewis and, fearing retaliation, decides to leave. She encounters confusion while sorting out her resume, which results in a misunderstanding with a male colleague. Subsequently, she is transferred to the secretarial department and, despite her bewilderment and apprehensions, elects to seize the opportunity. Susan, who has been a good friend to Judy, embarks on a relationship with Lewis while impersonating Judy, but their romance is anything but smooth sailing. Complications arise when Susan's original boyfriend appears at the company, igniting a series of misunderstandings and disputes. Amidst these trying circumstances, the friendship between Susan and Judy is put to the test. Despite the tumult, they ultimately reinforce their bond, providing mutual support as they courageously face the multitude of challenges life throws their way.

Veronica devoted three years of her life to Chase Pemberton… the only man she had ever loved since her childhood. Even her toxic, hard-to-please father approved of their relationship, and for a while, she believed she had won in her life. But her world comes crashing down when she finds out that Chase is sleeping with many other women, and he even calls Veronica a ‘boring maid’ who doesn’t turn him on anymore. As if that heartbreak isn’t enough, her toxic father sides with Chase and pressures her to win back the man who literally cheated on her. Drowning in despair and convinced she has nothing left to live for, Veronica stands on the edge of a rooftop, ready to end it all… until the Ashford brothers arrive at the right moment and save her life. The Ashford brothers, known as the 'billionaire brothers', are extremely handsome and dangerously irresistible… they become her strength. With their help, Veronica begins to rebuild her life independently, and fights with her rivals… And proves her worth to the world that once mocked her. But then, a new storm brews within her heart… as she finds herself caught in an irresistible ‘love triangle’ with the billionaire brothers who equally desire her. Two hot 🔥 brothers! “Can she choose between one of them without breaking the heart ❤️ of another?” One choice could make her. One betrayal could break her. And one forbidden love could change everything. 💎 This story promises: ❤️🔥 A scorching love triangle between two billionaire brothers. 🏛️💼 High-stakes family, business, and betrayal drama. 👑✨ The rise of a fierce, independent heroine who claims her power.

Michelle never planned to see Ray again—not after that reckless night on the beach, when too much alcohol led to a one-night stand. Three years later, they’ve both moved on: Michelle is in a steady relationship, and Ray is engaged to be married. But when she is assigned as the new CEO’s personal Chef, the past resurfaces with dangerous intensity. How long can she resist the forbidden desire that threatens to unravel everything she’s worked so hard to protect?

Kaya mo bang tiisin ang araw-araw na kasama ang lalaking pinaka-kinaiinisan mo? Yung tipong pagpasok mo pa lang sa opisina, madilim na mukha niya agad ang bubungad sa’yo? Yannie Sanchez, isang dedicated na secretary, ay labis na naiinis sa boss niyang si Xanthy Torres—ang seryoso, istrikto, at laging galit na CEO ng isang malaking kumpanya sa Asia. Para sa kanya, ito ang epitome ng "toxic boss" na palaging sumisira sa araw niya. Pero paano kung may dahilan pala sa likod ng kanyang ugali? Isang lihim ang matutuklasan ni Yannie—isang sikreto na magpapabago sa tingin niya kay Xanthy. Mula sa inis, unti-unti siyang nakaramdam ng awa at kagustuhang protektahan ito. Ngunit sa isang hindi inaasahang pangyayari, kinailangan niyang lumayo—hindi alam ni Xanthy na nagdadala siya ng kanilang anak. Pagkalipas ng limang taon, muling nagkrus ang kanilang mga landas. Sa pagkakataong ito, pipiliin pa rin ba niyang protektahan ito? O oras na para harapin ang nakaraan at isama siya sa hinaharap na para sa kanilang dalawa?

Some love stories are destined to be destructive. In this gripping collection of short dark romance stories, explore the blurred lines of desire, betrayal, and forbidden passion. Each story delves into the chaotic world of an affair, where star-crossed lovers make dangerous choices and confront the fallout of their reckless hearts. From stolen moments to shattered lives, these characters learn the true cost of a love that can wreck everything. Brace yourself for a journey into the shadows, where secrets fester, and the most intoxicating love is often the most tragic. _____ Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. The characters, relationships, and events depicted are products of the author's imagination and are intended for entertainment purposes only. The author does not condone, romanticize, or encourage the toxic behaviors and actions of the characters, such as infidelity or harmful relationship dynamics. These elements are used for dramatic storytelling and do not reflect the author's real-life values or advice. This book is rated 18 and not suitable for young audiences.