What are some common plotlines for best friends in love stories?

The 'Friends - to - Lovers - Then - Back - to - Friends' trope can be seen in some best friends in love stories. They realize their romantic feelings, start a relationship, but then due to some misunderstandings or insecurities, they go back to being just friends for a while before finally getting back together. Also, the 'Love Triangle with a Twist' can be a part of it. For instance, one of the best friends might be in a love triangle where the third person is actually trying to break their friendship rather than just competing for a romantic relationship. And often, the 'Shared Secret' trope is present, where they have a deep secret between them that either brings them closer romantically or threatens to tear them apart.

Well, one common plotline is that two friends start their 'friends with benefits' relationship casually. Then, gradually, one of them starts to develop deeper feelings. For example, in a story, a girl and a guy are friends. They begin having a sexual relationship without commitment. But as time passes, the girl realizes she wants more than just physical connection and has to decide whether to risk the friendship by expressing her true feelings.

One common plotline is the slow - burn. They start as just friends, sharing every little thing in their lives. Then, one day, perhaps during an emotional moment like comforting each other after a bad break - up, they realize there's a deeper connection. And it gradually builds up to a passionate encounter.

Often in such stories, there's the plot of the friends being in denial about their deeper feelings. They keep having this friends - with - benefits arrangement, going on dates that are more about sex than anything else. But then, there are moments when they see each other in a different light, like when one is sick or having a hard time. This makes them question whether they can really keep it just physical.

Often, in such a romance novel, there might be a plotline where the best friends have a baby due to some external factor like a drunken bet or a situation where they pretend to be a couple for a while and things get out of hand. Then, as they face the reality of raising a child together, they start to notice things about each other that they never did before, like the way one takes care of the baby so tenderly or how the other is always there when needed, which leads to romantic love.

Trust is a key element. They trust each other completely as friends, and this trust forms the foundation for a romantic relationship. For example, they can share their deepest secrets and insecurities without hesitation. When the relationship turns romantic, this trust is already there, making it easier to navigate the new phase. Also, understanding. They know each other's likes and dislikes, which helps when they start a romantic relationship. They can plan dates or gifts based on what they already know about each other.

Rather than exploring such potentially inappropriate themes, we could focus on stories of friendship between straight and gay individuals that are based on mutual understanding and support without any sexual undertones.

Typically, in these fanfics, you'll find themes like loyalty, trust, and self-discovery. Plotlines could range from facing challenges in a magical world to dealing with school dramas and finding ways to support each other through tough times.

There's the story of Sarah and Mark. They were college best friends. They were always there for each other through exams, break - ups with other people. One night, while studying late for an exam, they got really tired and started talking about their dreams. They realized how much they had in common and how much they cared for each other more than just friends. That was the start of their love story.

One common element is a long - standing friendship. Usually, the two people have known each other for a long time and have a deep understanding of each other. Another is a turning point. For example, a difficult situation where one supports the other deeply, which makes them realize their deeper feelings.