Melanie, struggling single mother to Amy, 4, is lonely and financially desperate. Unexpectedly, a prosperous but secretive admirer makes contact, but only in ways that conceal his identity. Because, he says, he has crippling shyness. His missteps almost end the relationship before it can begin. Just when a breakthrough seems possible, he disappears! — Possibly my best story here on SOL. Romantic, not very explicit. Hope you like it! (Revised 2/17/23)
A Vanessa's Friends Story (3) Vanessa, Claire, and Emily are desperate to keep seeing each other. What chances will they take? What will happen if they get caught?
I loved a sweet lass and lost her. I grew bitter and reserved, protective of my own. My belligerence thwarted abuse of power. I denied them an easy cover-up. I bellowed my anger to the world. The world screamed back in return: 'We're Mad As Hell and We're Not Taking It Anymore.'
When they found each other, they knew they were soul mates. But he couldn't live with her if she couldn't respect him. Two people in love who find each other, part, and... No sex, just romance, love, food and drink. But that may be just the ticket for Valentine's Day!
A story in the Tech and State Universe
Ren, a college junior, accepts a bet from his friend that he can land any girl chosen at random in bed within four dates. His friend chooses a girl who newly transferred into the school. Ren dates her and his seduction strategy begins to work -- up until he realizes he's developing feelings for her. / (Reviews)