Falling for their opponent's outside spiker isn't a part of rookie libero Kaizen Reyes' plan. But when Kai discovers that Roen Alejo has liked him for so long, maybe receiving that facial hit from him before isn't that bad after all. *** Determined and innocent, rookie libero Kaizen Reyes believes in the power of manifestation. Whether it be through his studies or winning their volleyball games, as long as he sets his mind on it, he makes a way to make it come true. However, after obtaining a facial hit from Roen Alejo, their opponent's outside spiker, Kai's quiet world suddenly becomes disturbed. Through their constant meetings and communication, Roen is making him feel something he can't fully name, making him doubtful and confused. Now torn between confessing to Roen and keeping their friendship afloat, can Kai remain focused and keep his emotions in check? Or will he take the leap of faith and risk it all for the sake of love? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos Published under Pop Fiction

Everything comes to us at the right time. Be patient and when the right moment comes, it'll totally worth the wait. At the right place. For the right reason. And with the right person we loved will be the greatest come at last.

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Santiago Alverio is torn between family expectations and his own internalized fears from homophobic relatives. As he enters a casual fling with Diablo Delgado, he discovers that love, patience, and acceptance might be the blueprint to healing and embracing his true self. *** Santiago Alverio has always lived by the rules of his family, peers, and a silent world that tells him who he should be. As a civil engineering student, he hides behind toxic masculinity and the fear of being noticed because of expectations and a homophobic upbringing. Then comes Diablo Delgado--fearless, affectionate, and unapologetically himself. What begins as a no-strings "friends with benefits" arrangement slowly converts into something deeper. With every touch, every unguarded smile, Diablo breaks the walls Santi has built around his heart. But love is never simple. Santi is caught between family pressures, societal judgment, and his own insecurities. Will he ever realize that happiness was never about meeting expectations but about choosing the person who makes him feel whole? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano ILLUSTRATOR: Ri Ot

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Nagiisa na lang sa buhay si Key Dela fuente nang dahil sa mga pangyayaring hindi niya ninanais. Sa muling pagkakataon siya'y nabigyan ng pagkakataong pumasok ulit sa paaralan upang ipagpatuloy ang kanyang pag-aaral. Ngunit hindi ito isang ordinaryong paaralan kundi ito ay paaralan na kung saan hindi siya kabilang, Ang All Boys School. Napilitang huminto ng pag-aaral si Key Dela Fuente dahil na rin sa kakapusan ng pera at pagkamatay ng kanyang mga magulang. Ayaw man niyang huminto, ngunit kailangan dahil wala namang susuporta sa kanya kundi sarili at sarili niya lang. Ngunit isang biyaya ang natangap niya, nakapasa siya bilang isang scholar sa isang magarbong paaralan ang, MACA All Boys School. Maitago niya kaya ang kanyang pagiging babaeng puso sa loob ng paaralan na iyon? Oo bibigay kaya ang kanyang puso sa mga kalalakihan doon? [Start writing:Sept 29, 2018] [Published:Nov 29,2018]