MATURED CONTENT(R-18) Phoenix Series#2: Edsel Ford "I did not choose you, my heart did." -Edsel Ford Date started: January 2019 Date ended: March 2019

deceret (n.) latin word for "body to body" When Philodemus Elton Treveron's parents were slayed, the only thing that brings him closer to finding the killer is the gold crucifix chain around his neck. Fueled with vengeance, Elton swore to himself that he will find the killer and make him pay. 10 years later, Elton found the very same necklace rested on the slim neck of the shy Stormie Iona Roman-the governor's invisible daughter. Vengeance served hot on the plate garnished with love and a romance that shouldn't have started in the first place gave birth to chaos. In the name of love and revenge, Elton found his lips on her neck...

X, the green-eyed handsome boy who hangs around Quiapo, Manila, is the suitor of Rita. She believes her future is uncertain if she ends up with him as he is homeless and unemployed until she realizes she's wrong. X is a good and responsible guy who really loves her and is willing to do anything for her-yet, she breaks his heart, despite all... RNS#3 A novel by Jamille Fumah

Life has its own way to show what life means to us. We see and appreciate things in good ways, but we learned and reflect most of the time because of its bad ways. *** One night, one mistake imprisoned Lei and Trevor into an unwanted marriage. They pretend to be good and at ease with each other for their son, Evo. But despite everything, Lei suffered physical and emotional abuse from her husband, Trevor. She resists everything, protects him, and gives the best for her son, even it means pain, tears, and punishment. A hopeless and dreamless married woman let herself be his bait for just a single mistake. Until one day, the past dwells and hunts them, where everything started. It will ruin the walls of their home as the only person who binds them perished by their selfishness. As everything falls apart, the table has turned. Could they find love, hope, and reflect on what life means if struggles and sins started with his bad ways? WARNING: Not suitable for young readers and sensitive minds. It contains graphic sex scenes, adult languages, and situations intended for mature readers only. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Design: Regina Dionela Readers Discretion is advised. Started on: March 15, 2020 Ended on: April 18, 2020 Status: Completed

Zeus Anthony Alonzo always seems out of reach for Tammarie Celestine Dela Vega, but little did she know that Zeus had already owned her ever since he stole her innocence from her. Can they still deny the tension between them and avoid falling head over heels with each other? Standalone in the Game of Love series *** Shy and bullied Tammarie Celestine Dela Vega has always harbored a secret crush on Zeus Anthony Alonzo, the charming best friend of her brother, who seemed out of reach. When Zeus's girlfriend died, she took the blame for it, and her actions led to misunderstandings. Zeus blames her for everything, but despite the tension, he can't deny his attraction to Tammarie. Their reckless decisions take unexpected turns, and Zeus is determined to protect their love and future in spite of challenges that test their bond. Will they continue their journey together and find happiness and love in each other's arms? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Regina Dionela

After being involved with a cold-hearted mafia boss, Robyn Lehman decides its time to run. Little did she know, she was carrying the future heir to his entire empire. Will he find her again? Or will she stay hidden forever? =+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+= He got up from the bed, pulling up his pants and not taking a glance at me. I lay in the sheets, still dazed by what we had just done. "Get up." He barks, making me jump a bit. I was confused beyond belief. Just moments ago he was making love to me... I did as he said, wrapping the loose sheet around my body, he continued to glare as I did so, and I made my way to his side of the bed. He held out a hand, an angry look on his face. "Don't. Just go. This was a mistake, and it won't happen again." He mutters coldly. I feel my face heating up and my eyes welling with tears. "Oh.." I stare at him, my emotions beginning to be hard to keep in. He laughs, shaking his head. "You thought I cared?" He let out a loud chuckle. "You mean nothing to me. Now go to your room, I don't want to see you in here again."

She looked up, tears drenching her dark eyelashes. She sees him in the obsidian shadows of the room. A scream is stuck in her throat, unable to erupt from her mouth. She tries to turn and run, but as she moves her feet and takes a step, muscly arms encircle her waist. She feels her body lift above the ground, and seconds later her back slams against the wall. His fingers dig into her wrists, making her feel a stinging pain shoot up her arms. Her eyes are shut tight. 'Open your eyes'. She keeps them shut. 'Open your eyes, angel'. Her head is twisted to side, wanting to melt into the wall. His broad chest pressed up against every inch of her skin. He slams her against the wall again, making her yelp in pain, 'I SAID OPEN YOUR EYES!' She opens them slowly and looks at his face. She can see his eyes, black pools of emotion. Obsession. Lust. Possessiveness. Desire. Love. Dominance. Angelica Ziva Kareem. A beautiful, young woman, who aspires to complete her degree in Medicine. Her dream? To travel the world, to be free and to help those in need. Gabriel Dominic Rodrigo. Handsome, dark, possessive. Rich and hard working to the world above. Monster to the underworld. His life? What he wants, he gets. And he has his eyes set on little Angelica.

"If you are going to enter my world, be ready to play my game," babala ni Mago, "If you can't keep up then you'll have to endure the pain." He was a man who never believed in love while I was a woman who took the challenge of changing his heart and mind. Akala ko kaya kong baguhin ang baluktot niyang paniniwala sa relasyon. Akala ko kayang painitin ng aking pagmamahal ang malamig niyang puso. Akala ko kaya kong sabayan ang nilulumot niyang buhay. Ngunit mali ako. Dumating akong buo ang puso at puno ng pag-asa sa pag-aakalang LOVE CONQUERS ALL. I took my chance to make MAGO CONCEPCION love me pero trinato niya ako na parang isa lang sa mga koleksiyon niya. Ginamit niya ako; pinaramdam na kahit kalian ay hindi ako sapat. He sliced through my perfectly shaped heart and dragged me down so as I am left empty-handed. Ibinuhos ko na sa kanya ang lahat, kakayanin ko pa ba? Ako si ARLENE MEJORADA, once a hopeless romantic, now --- I am THE WOMAN HE BROKE. This is the third story of the Adonis band. This time, naka-center kay Mago Concepcion at Arlene Mejorada

Eugenio Carlos or Gin is perfect. He is tall, handsome and he has money. He is the only son of Governor De Villa. And not to add he will inherit the throne of his father as governor someday. But love is not the reason why she chose to be with him. She doesn't have the heart to fall in love with anyone else. He is a bet. In exchange for her car that she lost in a race. And the bet she will regret for the rest of her life. ************* For FM Bundle: MESSAGE www.facebook.com/ForgottenMemories.mechaniclady/ For the VVIP: MESSAGE www.facebook.com/MechanicLadyPublication/ NOTE: CREDIT to the rightful owners for the use of the images used in making the cover. © https://images.app.goo.gl/pqeGLD7y7HjAeE6F9 © https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/