In the midst of solving mysteries and exploring their undeniable chemistry, Fifteen Salustiana is determined to help Xildius Vouganville confront his dark past and embrace the light once more. As they uncover the truth behind every crime, she must also seek the truth behind Xildius's fears. *** Desperate for money, Fifteen Salustiana takes a job as the personal assistant to the enigmatic Xildius Vouganville, or XV, a genius professor living in the eerie mansion of Villa Vouganville. XV, a master of anatomy and psychology, solves crimes from the shadows, haunted by a dark past that keeps him from stepping into the sunlight. Fifteen becomes XV's eyes and ears in the outside world, venturing out to gather clues and solve crimes. As they work together, she finds herself drawn to XV's brilliance and vulnerability. The more time they spend together, the more she realizes her feelings for him are growing stronger. Will Fifteen be able to help XV step out of the shadows and into the light, or will their love be consumed by the darkness? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish.

(GRIEGO COUSINS #2) Ongoing He's a villain. A monster. Serena grew up in a simple household, but she always dreamed of becoming a great and famous celebrity someday. Gifted with talent, intelligence, a pleasant personality, and beauty that could mesmerize anyone, she had no trouble blending into any crowd. Despite coming from an ordinary background, everyone regarded her as perfect. Although she had faced her fair share of challenges in life, these only motivated her to work harder, achieve her goals, and create a better life for herself. Everything seemed to be going well, but because of her goodwill, she put herself in trouble. She never expected that lending a hand to a bleeding and wounded kid would bring her straight to hell. He's a monster, but I see him through rose-colored glasses. Everything about him was pleasant until I realized that he was hiding a rotten beast inside him. Before I could even save myself, I had already fallen into his iron trap. Tied and incapable of getting away. BOOK 2 OF GRIEGO COUSINS GUNTHER GRIEGO Started: 2024 Finished: Language: Filipino-English