Romantic Adventures #26

In the quiet town of Hollisville, librarian Carol Long finds her new job—and her heart—tested when she’s caught between two men: the charming doctor Andrew Westcott and the powerful bank president Victor Reed. As Victor pressures her to end her romance with Andrew, claiming he’s a drunkard, Carol must choose between loyalty and reputation—only to discover the truth behind the lies.

Marilee confesses to her mother that she ended things with her boyfriend after he praised another girl—just after he’d complimented a boy. Her mother gently suggests she might want to call him and say she’s sorry.

In "Design for Heartbreak!", young fashion designer Carol Long is determined to prove she can stand on her own—so she takes a bold risk, passing off a fellow designer’s work as her own to win her boss’s approval. When Faith Rogers shows up needing help for her father’s medical bills, the truth comes out, shattering Carol’s confidence and ending her engagement to Bill. But in a quiet act of redemption, Carol gives up her wedding plans to support Faith, and the gesture ultimately rekindles Bill’s faith in her—leading to a heartfelt second chance.

In "Dream World," diner waitress Mimi Pasco trades her apron for a dazzling gown and slips into the glamour of the Moonlight Ball, where she charms Craig Carson with a lie. As their romance blooms, secrets simmer—until a painful misunderstanding parts them. A year later, fate reunites Mimi and Craig at the same ball, where a chance encounter with a stranger reveals a truth far more real than any dream.

When Nurse Lisa makes an emergency call to Dr. Donald Grainge, she’s not seeking medical help—she’s ready to finally say yes to the man who’s always been too busy for love. Their wedding the next morning is a quiet, heartfelt moment, but the real story begins when the two face the challenges of building a life together, one heartbeat at a time.