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In a society where blue is classified for boys and pink for the girls, Shiloh Ching Escarra struggled during his childhood when he discovered his fondness for the toys and colors that were only labeled for the girls. Despite confining himself in the darkness, Brent Matthew Jarsdel, his roommate and the son of his mother's friend, gradually peeked through his thick walls and found a way to paint his world according to what color he genuinely prefers. In the midst of those unexplainable feelings, confusions, and judgements, Brent was willing to risk it all; to fight for the love he unexpectedly found; to build him a home where his true colors would finally be accepted.

Allison, an architecture student and working student, finds his escape in the romantic novel Scenery of a Golden Sunrise. His favorite story is a beautiful, slow-burn love between Sobel and Ethan that he's read countless times. But when Allison is suddenly pulled into the novel itself, he finds himself in the role of Adie, a supporting character whose presence and sudden disappearance has always intrigued him. Now part of the story, Allison witnesses the romance firsthand, only to find himself drawn to Ethan in ways he never expected. As Allison navigates the pages of this world, he realizes that some connections can't be confined to fiction and the line between story and reality starts to blur. Will he let the original love story play out, or will he write a new chapter?

A love letter, a confession, and a blossoming heart. I got nothing to lose, only my heart to break.

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