To Caliber, Yolo and Trever weren' t just friends- they were everything. They were the people who made life feel bearable. But when their bond shattered, he was forced to seek shelter in a place that was anything but safe. Staying there meant confronting truths he'd buried, facing choices that pitted him against Redge- the one who ended up carrying the deepest wounds from Caliber's actions. Now, as he scrambles to undo the damage, Cali realizes the lines between right and wrong, regret and desire, guilt and something far more dangerous, are far blurrier than he ever imagined. And the question that haunts him most isn't whether he can fix what he broke- it's whether he even wants to let go of what he's been feeling all along. book cover by sereighn arts

Dominic John Pierceton is the perfect gentleman-a tall, devastatingly handsome American ambassador with a chiseled jawline, piercing blue eyes, and a carefully measured charm that commands every room. His life is built on control, his reputation spotless, his restraint unwavering. But the moment he meets Maria Elenna "Mela" Dellos Valles-Montejo-the shy, eighteen-year-old daughter of the Philippine President with a quiet grace that hides her own buried desires-his world tilts in ways he never anticipated. Mela's innocence is disarming, her blushes revealing what her lips won't dare say. She's only known men like him in the pages of her sister's forbidden romance novels, but Dominic's attention stirs something deeper, something that makes her heart race and leaves her wanting more. For Mela, the stakes are just as high; she knows how hard her mother worked to become president, and risking her family's reputation is the last thing she wants. Yet, with each encounter, she finds herself caught between loyalty to her family and her undeniable pull toward the ambassador. Dominic tells himself he must keep his distance, yet every stolen glance, every accidental touch ignites a desire he can't ignore. Bound by duty and a flawless public image, he's always been in control-but with Mela, that control begins to slip. Behind closed doors, propriety and restraint give way to something darker, a chemistry neither of them can resist. Their worlds are at stake, and yet, neither can bring themselves to walk away. With each encounter, the pull between them grows stronger, promising a forbidden romance that will test how far The Gentleman is willing to go-and just how much Mela is willing to risk.

ESSENCE SERIES 1: Zaidyn Reil Montejero Thaneesha Kei, wasn't looking for love. All she wanted was to focus on her studies and leave behind the memories she refused to relive. Starting fresh was her only goal..until one near-accident changed everything. The guy who almost hit her? He's the same one she had a one-night mistake with and now, he's the man she's being forced to marry. She never wanted this arrangement. But it's her grandparents' dream..one of the few ways she can repay the love and sacrifices they gave her. So, even if her heart resists, Kei agrees. She doesn't like him. She won't love him. At least, that's what she tells herself. But how long can she ignore a heart that's starting to remember?

C O M P L E T E D capture (verb) :to get and hold (someone's attention, interest, etc.) :to take something into your possession, especially by force Blake Villarubia-Permejo is a twenty-year-old boy who is an immature, spoiled brat and the greatest pasaway of all time. Isang lalaki na wala pang napapatunayan sa sarili bukod sa mga kalokohang ginawa niya at walang katapusang pagiging pasaway sa kanilang pamilya. Hindi siya nag-iisip sa mga bagay na ginagawa niya bago kumilos; that's why he did something that changed his life. The night he pretended to be a woman, ...was the day he captured the heart of a mafia boss.

Son of Reynald.

Against #1: Fate. | The Wattys 2025 Shortlist Just like the sun met the horizon, the paths of Ezequiel and Calypso crossed with one thing in mind: they were reincarnated. Because of one kiss that led to a mysterious mark appearing on their wrists, things get more when a strange cat and this man enter the scene. Their connection grew, the strings were weaved, and the last thing Ezequiel knows is that he's been chasing the sunsets with Calypso. This growing fond of feelings shattered when the truth was kept away from him. Devastated as he found out, he can't put his feet in a different path. More strange things happened, the past lives are coming back to him. He saw himself again walking in the same old route as the truth devouring him. It's getting dangerous but why can't he stop himself chasing after him or even the sunset they've been promised to? Date Started: January 25, 2024 Date Finished: August 26, 2024

Jazz James Imperial x Killian Morellei - Ever since Jazz's best friend since childhood, Killian Morellei, discovered that he has a female genital underneath his pants, his best friend became protective and possessive & irritated at the same time. He doesn't know why the sudden change of his Best friend's nature but for some reason he doesn't hate it, he just doesn't know why he was looking forward to it more.... Jazz James Imperial has both male and female genitals. He is considered as an intersex person. Even so, Jazz lives his life normally with his family and friends. However, even though he already accepted his condition, he was still insecure growing up, so to make up for himself, he would go to the gym with his friends. Grow a muscle and so on. He was satisfied with the growth of his body, not overly buff but enough muscles just like some male supermodels body. Yet even though he goes to the gym the baby face of his wouldn't go away. Ever since Killian Morellei discovered his best friend's secret, that was hidden from him for years, he set his mind and heart to protect Jazz from people who will take advantage of him. Whether they are women or men, or whatever their intentions are.

bl Start: May 21, 2025 End: September 18, 2025