Men of Crown 13 | R-18 • Mature | COMPLETED With the tragedy of almost losing his sister right before his eyes when he was young, Lucius shoulders the burden of making sure his sister will never again be in danger. In doing so, he ensured everyone who got close to his sister was scrutinized. May it be a family or a total stranger- even the things she receives. No one and nothing has come through his decisive way of protecting her. But everything started to crumble when he let a woman into his sister's life. He knew his decision could result in chaos. Nonetheless, he let her in, not only into his sister's life but into his. They started to gamble with each other's emotions because they were both dared and challenged to prove their confidence. A gamble that turns into something special... even jovial... Something he could live every day- with her beside him. That's what he thought and imagined every time he was with her. However, he never imagined his life would turn dark, and living would be hard when the end of the love he thought was real ended up being a sham. ⚠️ This is a Filipino-English story.

Khaya Montellan-the undefeated underground boxing champion, known across the city as The Storm. Strong, and fearless. Her fists never missed, her confidence never faltered, and her heart burned with fire and pride. But fate has its cruel sense of irony. One night, fresh from victory, Khaya's life took an unexpected turn. On her way home, she saw a little boy crying on the side of the street. His toy had gotten stuck in the branches of a tall tree. Reckless but kind-hearted as always, Khaya didn't hesitate... she climbed up to help him. She never realized it would be the last decision she'd ever make... She suddenly fell from the tall tree. When she opened her eyes again, she wasn't in the world she knew. she was lying in a silk canopy bed, her body weak and fragile. Her pale skin, silver hair, and soft blue eyes belonged to the Silver Duchess, a woman famed across the Empire not for her power, but for her delicate fragility. A duchess unloved by her husband, and despised by those who envied her beauty. A woman who was seen as nothing but decoration-powerless and disposable. But Khaya Montellan was never powerless. In a world where strength is measured by titles and bloodlines, she will show them the strength of a fighter's soul. With fire in her veins and fury in her heart, the once-undefeated boxer will rise again... not in the ring, but in the grand halls of the nobility. She'll challenge the Duke who cast her aside. She'll crush those who look down on her. And maybe... just maybe, she'll uncover the mystery behind this strange new life, and the reason fate brought The Storm into the fragile body of the Silver Duchess. Will Khaya ever find her way back home? Or will she discover that this world-one filled with danger, secrets, and unexpected love-is where she truly belongs?

Everyone keeps asking me why I chose this kind of life Am I really a girl? Of course I am-though people love to doubt. If I love what I'm doing, I'll give it everything, even if it means risking it all. I'm just a simple girl with one big dream to win the Gold trophies across all of Asia. ✨ But what if one day... the person standing in front of me, the one I have to fight, is also the very reason why I keep going? The reason why I endure the pain... and why I refuse to give up. Yes. This is my story. 💫

Handsome yet snobbish, Kreston Crown is willing to risk everything, even his happiness, just to get justice for his late mother and brother. But when the woman he cherishes gets dragged into the mess of his chaotic past, can Kreston save her in time? *** Known to be strict and snobbish, Kreston Crown is determined to seek justice for his late mother and brother. With his work and goal in mind, he believes he does not have time for love-until he meets Sierra Aragon, his brother's cheerful secretary. Kreston wants to be with Sierra but does nothing to keep her. So, when a potential rival enters Serria's life, Kreston is pushed to his limits and eventually confesses his love. However, their love story is put to the test when Sierra is suddenly dragged into Kreston's chaotic past. Now torn between accepting his biological dad's offer and keeping Sierra safe, will Kreston choose to risk it all even if it costs his happiness? Or will a sudden twist of fate keep them together 'til the end?

(TO BE PUBLISH UNDER IMMAC PPH) SANTUARIAN DOULOGY #1 Katana already has the material things all her life but she's not happy all along because she felt a lack of something uneasy within her. However, on her 18th birthday, she was greeted by an unexpected guest--creatures, she had only seen once in her life, creatures she didn't even know existed in the real world, and she was even more surprised when her father was most likely one of these unusual creatures. In that dawn, her life began to change. Changes that she never expected. Her life is puzzled and riddled with questions as mysteries about who she is. As time passed by, she decided to travel into a world that would answer all her questions, a world where her kind existed, a world she had never imagined existed. The world is full of strange creatures--the world of magic that they called Santuaria. However, she soon realizes that she not only wants to know her true identity but also wants to protect the entire Santuaria from anyone who wants to destroy it. She is willing to go to any dimension and battle to protect Santuaria, even if it means putting her life in danger. Will she be able to unravel the mysteries of her own existence and, if she's the Moonlight, will she be able to find the Sunrise? book cover made by @desilexic -iamqueenwarrior

Aviva Lorelei Del Rosario wants the best for her family that's why she ended up being away from them to earn more. Pero there are things which happens unexpectedly kaya naiiba rin ang flow ng ating buhay sa gusto natin. There were two little angels came to her life. Kahit na wala siya sa best point, sinikap niya pa rin para sa dalawa niyang anghel. Things are going smoothly not until after six years, she saw again the man from her past. Ano na ang gagawin ni Avi?

Kio Soledad de Merced always kept his life quiet and private. He never wanted anything flashy and grand. Attention and spotlight were the two things he never wanted to have. Calm and easy, that's how he preferred his life. Shiloh Lumiere Bendia's life was far from what he wanted, she was born for the spotlight. Living under the scrutinizing eyes of the world, Lumiere's life consists of cameras and flashes following her whenever she moves. The world gravitates around her, and everyone who sees her is drawn to her light, including him. The moment he saw her on that stage with the spotlight shining on her, he knew he would spend his whole life admiring her from afar. But with the twist of fate and a little luck, his fate might have changed. A secret moment. A lingering stare. Quick stolen moments behind the camera that no one knows about. But to what extent can they sacrifice for a losing battle they knew they would never win? To love is to risk. To risk requires courage and courage is only found in places we're too scared to take. ---- Date Started: March 2025 Date Finished: June 15, 2025

Cold and short-tempered, Riot Crown dislikes being touched by strangers-until Iiliri comes along. But when an accident erases Riot's memory of her, can the heart remember what the mind forgets? *** Still traumatized by his horrific past, Riot Crown is known to be wary of strangers and hurts whoever touches him without his consent. But when he crosses paths with simple and innocent Iiliri Sarenhas, Riot unexpectedly falls for her. As if hypnotized by her charm, he decides to stay with her in the forest together with her two dogs and cat. Just when he thinks that he can finally be with her, Riot's enemies suddenly attack, leaving him with no choice but to part with Iiliri. Now, with a broken promise and an erased memory, can Riot return to Iiliri and rekindle their relationship? Or will what they have shared be a fleeting memory and nothing more? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Atty. Dominick Mercir Castellan

Decided to help get justice for his twin brother's wife, falling for an accomplice is the last thing on Ruckus Crown's mind. But with the unexplainable interest he feels for her, Ruckus unexpectedly breaks all his rules-even if it means hurting the people around him, too. *** For Ruckus Crown, people in their underground prison do not deserve care and attention. They are prisoners who have committed hideous crimes, making them unfit for a decent life. However, Ruckus finds himself drawn to Sunset, a mafia boss' accomplice in the case of his twin brother's wife. He knows he should keep his distance from Sunset, but he just finds himself wanting to be near her, eager to know her more. With a chance for freedom, Sunset agrees to deal with Ruckus' parents behind his back. Little does she know that her choices will eventually lead her back to him. With her doubts about men and commitments and him possibly breaking the rules, can Ruckus and Sunset find a happy ending to their love story? Or will their doubts and the surrounding threats ultimately tear them apart?