Love triangles (audience fatigue), Insta-love (labeled "lazy"), Fated Mates without choice (feels dated).
So go ahead. Write the miscommunication. Write the rain-soaked confession. Write the silent car ride home. Just make sure that every heartbeat on the page earns its place.
When the obstacle is external or psychological rather than a simple betrayal, the resolution feels earned.
Ultimately, the best recognize that love is not a noun (a feeling to be found) but a verb (an action to be performed daily). Whether you are writing the next great novel, pitching a TV pilot, or simply trying to understand why you cried when Bluey’s parents compromised, remember this: We don't watch romance to escape responsibility. We watch romance to see responsibility become beautiful.