Nang unang masilayan ni Serena si Jared Atienza ay nakita niya rito ang katuparan ng mga suliraning iniwan sa kanya ng namayapang mga magulang. Jared Atienza was filthy rich. Bale-wala rito ang halaga ng pagkakasangla ng asyenda nila. That he was sinfully handsome was an added bonus. Kailangang maakit niya ito sa anumang paraan. Jared couldn't care less about his grandfather's codicil. He had come to value his independence. Marriage meant giving it up. His parents were wealthy. Hindi sila maghihirap kung hindi siya mag-aasawa. But that changed when he saw Serena Manzanares. Though she wasn't his type, he desired her. Kailangang mapapayag niya ito sa marriage of convenience--sa anumang paraan. ____ **from the works of Martha Cecilia**

When Ace Morgan returns to the Philippines to become a professor, he expects things to be easy for him. However, he unexpectedly finds himself drawn to Khaela Sanford, leading to a conflict he never anticipated: should he maintain his boundaries, or should he risk breaking all the rules? Season 2 of UNBRIDLED Series *** After spending several years abroad, Ace Morgan returns to the Philippines to take on a professorial role at an international school. With him known as a forensic linguist and a language prodigy, things should be easy for him. After all, he will be teaching things that he's passionate about. But when he keeps crossing paths with Khaela Sanford, Ace finds himself curious and conflicted about his feelings. Aware of their age difference, he knows he should maintain boundaries, yet he feels increasingly drawn to her. Given their current set-up and the unspoken rules around them, can Ace manage to keep his feelings for Khaela in check? Or will he risk breaking those rules for the sake of love? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

After getting pregnant due to a drunken mistake, Zuri decides to hide her daughter away from the devil in a business suit himself, Helios Gallagher. But when their paths cross again and he demands to be with their daughter, Zuri finds herself falling for the same guy who wrecked her before. *** Hardworking and dedicated, Zuri Fitzgerald is known to be the only secretary who lasted with the ruthless CEO of Gallagher Empire, Helios Gallagher. Called the devil in a business suit, Helios is a perfectionist and a control freak. And so when his fiancée leaves him after catching him and Zuri naked on his bed--all because of a drunken mistake--hell starts to break loose. He's intent to get even and make Zuri suffer for the rest of her life, but when he becomes silent for years, everyone believes he's finally moved on and forgot about that night. But when he finds out that Zuri hid their daughter from him for years, the anger that he once felt for her resurfaces. As they live together for the sake of their child, can Helios and Zuri finally move on from the past and let love prevail this time around? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Design by Louise De Ramos

Gustong makilala nang lubusan ni Meredith si Andrea Monte, ang babaeng buong buhay niya ay pinagseselosan ng kanyang inang si Agatha. Tinanggap niya ang paanyaya ni Andrea na magbakasyon sa Rancho Monte. She had never known paradise until she saw the mountains, forests, and seas of Rancho Monte. It was an island in the sun. Ang mansiyon ay nasa ituktok ng isang burol at nakatanaw sa karagatan at mga isla. And she had never known love until she met Tristan Falco, the handsome ranch help who was as rugged and mysterious as the virgin forest that he so much loved and as untamed and wild as the strong winds of Monte mountains. Subalit kinasusuklaman ni Tristan ang mayayaman at taga-Maynilang tulad niya. Could she tame the winds and smooth the waters? ©Martha Cecilia

To Kade Sanford Black, falling for his best friend Xanthie Lorenz, a serious and drop-dead handsome songwriter, was a line he did not want to cross. Knowing all too well the huge possibility of losing the only person who could see through him, he took a step back and put a distance to sustain their friendship - especially since Xanthie is soon to marry. Will Kade be able to hold back his feelings until he sees Xanthie married? Or will he finally have the courage to confess his feelings...and risk losing the only friend he has? WARNING: This story contains depictions of suicide, self-harm, and mental health crises that may be upsetting for some readers. Any depictions of mental health issues herein are not meant as a replacement for medical care. If you or someone you know deals with similar issues, they should seek the help of a medical professional. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know in the U.S. is contemplating suicide, please encourage them to call 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. For international resources, please visit: http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/international-suicide-hotline s.html CECELIB | C.C. Cover by Ren Tachibana

With his amethyst eyes, to die for smile and gorgeous body, Lash Coleman was a very handsome male specimen. Girls fall at his feet, but he never catches any of them. His eyes were trained to only one woman. Nez Fernandez. A woman he shouldn't have feelings for. He was not supposed to like her as a woman. He was not supposed to lust over her. And he was not supposed to fall in love with her ... but he did. Simula't-sapol, alam niyang mali ang nararamdaman niya. His feeling for Nez was forbidden. He tried to stop what he was feeling. He tried so hard to forget her and it worked when she left to live in abroad. Nakalimutan niya ito at nagpatuloy ang buhay niya na wala ang dalaga. His life was okay, he felt contented even. But Nez was destined to ruin his cool façade and happy life. For ten years, Nez stayed in the US, but now, she's back - haunting his dreams and waking hour. What would a man do with pent-up feelings? Titikisin ba niya ang sariling nararamdaman o aangkinin niya ang dalaga kahit alam niyang bawal? CECELIB | C.C. WARNING: MATURE CONTENT | P-18 COMPLETED

"Do you want to be his favorite obsession?" DAHIL sa isang trahedya, ikinubli ni Virgo ang kagandahang taglay. Itinago niya iyon sa pamamagitan ng pagsusuot ng mga pang-manang na damit. Ayaw niyang maulit ang trahedya na kumitil sa buhay ng mga magulang niya. Halos magta-tatlong taon na rin siyang ganoon, hanggang sa maubos ang pera na iniwan ng mga magulang sa kanya at kinailangan niyang magtrabaho. Hindi naman siya nahirapan humanap ng trabaho dahil tinulungan siya ng kaniyang tiyo na makapasok sa Kallean Financial Firm, kung saan ang tiyo niya ang CEO. Things were normal. Kahit papaano, masaya siya sa trabaho niya. Until one day, her uncle just disappeared into thin air and he was replaced by Lucien Kallean, the owner of Kallean Financial Firm. At dahil sa sekretarya siya ng kaniyang tiyo, nangangamba siyang baka matanggal siya sa trabaho dahil wala na roon ang tiyuhin niya. Ngunit laking gulat niya ng hindi siya nito sinisante. The insolent man even kissed her and offered her to be his lover! What the hell was happening? Why on earth would a handsome man like Lucien Kallean would kiss an old maid looking woman like her? And really, his lover? Was the world coming to an end? Hindi ba nito nakikita na mukha siyang manang? CECELIB | C.C. MATURE CONTENT COMPLETED COVER: ASTRID JAYDEE

Growing up together, Snow always viewed Seth as her best friend and nothing more. However, when an impulsive kiss ignites an undeniable spark between them, they face a difficult choice: should they risk everything for love, or should they remain friends and not cross the line at all? Season 1 of UNBRIDLED Series *** Growing up as best friends, Winter Snow Valcarcel is almost inseparable from Seth Vargaz. Despite the people around them thinking they are more than that, Snow denies it and insists they are just friends. But when one drunken and spontaneous kiss ignites an undeniable spark between them, they are suddenly put to the test. Afraid of losing her best friend, Snow is determined to keep her friendship with Seth platonic and nothing more... but Seth thinks otherwise. Now torn between staying loyal to the bond they both cherish and taking their relationship to the next level, can Snow and Seth settle the score once and for all? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. Cover Design by Regina Dionela

Titus Morgan had only three important things in his life. His friends, his mother and the wealth that he was trying so hard to own. Worried by his friend's welfare, pressured by his father's constant reminder of the well-being of his mother and not to mention the dispute between him and his arrogant half-brother...he had a lot of things in his mind, a lot of plans and a lot of anger, he has no time for distraction like seeing his ex-girlfriend again after five long fucking years. Titus knew that he should stay away from his ex. Why? Because he had a mission, darn it! But he just couldn't help himself. Five years later, he was still smitten with her, he still want to hold her, kiss her, touch her and fuck her. And no one can stop him. No one. But things don't usually go according to what he wants, Titus knows that from experience. So when things started to go south with his ex, he knew he's in trouble. And it's the kind of trouble he wanted to avoid, especially now that he had important things to do than cuddle with her. But even though his mind is shouting at him to move and do what he needs to do, his body won't let him. It wanted to stay rooted with the woman he hated and he wants more of her. And that 'more' includes hugs, kisses, emotions and a lot and lots of sex. CECELIB | C.C. WARNING: MATURE CONTENT | R-18 COMPLETED