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

(Love-Struck Series 1) COMPLETE Rhiatt De Roxas grew up in an overly religious family, and it was also instilled in his mind that homosexual relationships are considered a sin. When he heard that the most handsome man in their neighborhood, Evron Vance Gallegos, liked him, Rhiatt was disgusted beyond words. He began openly showing his hatred toward Evron and expressed his disgust for everything about him... but it turned out Evron didn't like him at all. And for some unknown reason, Rhiatt doesn't like the fact that he's not Evron's type. STARTED: March 29, 2025 FINISHED: July 5, 2025

Determined to keep her brother alive, Kyla Endrano agrees to bear a child for Zevero Montalvo in exchange for a large sum of money. As they navigate their arrangement, Kyla finds herself torn between her need for money and a love she's been longing for. *** Desperate to save her younger brother, dentist Kyla Endrano takes on a second job as a bar waitress to make ends meet. However, her situation takes a huge turn when Zevero Montalvo offers her money to bear his child under a simple agreement: they'll live together, she'll get pregnant, and after giving birth, she'll leave with enough money to pay for her brother's treatment. Kyla believes everything should be easy, but as they grow closer, she finds herself unexpectedly falling for Zevero, and he for her. Now torn between her love for him and her goal to save her brother, Kyla faces an impossible choice. Will she choose love, or will she sacrifice her own happiness to save a life? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Arranged to be married, Althea Santillan is determined to make Yvo McKaile fall in love with her. However, everything falls apart when she unexpectedly shares a steamy night with Aristov, the man who turns out to be Yvo's father. *** To pay off her family's debts, Althea Santillan does her best to push through with her marriage to Yvo McKaile. She is determined to make him fall for her at all costs, but Yvo plans to do otherwise. Frustrated by the situation, she decides to go to a bar to unwind. There, she meets Aristov, the guy she spends a steamy night with. Despite the undeniable attraction between them, Althea believes that their connection should end there. However, fate seems to have other plans... Aristov turns out to be Yvo's father, and he doesn't want to let her go. Now entangled in this twisted situation, can Althea carry out her original plans and fix the mess that she's in? Or will she choose to set aside everything and let her feelings win? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

(COMPLETED) Angelica Louise 'Angel' Mendoza is a famous model and actress, she has a bitchy attitude, she does whatever she wants to do, she gained a lot of haters because of that but she doesn't care because she's happy. She finally achieved her dreams and plans in life, she couldn't ask for more. Her best friend, Jaze, has a long-time boyfriend. Angelica knew that Jaze is deeply in love with him that's why she was shocked when Jaze left without any notice, leaving her boyfriend behind. And now, she's being held as a hostage by her best friend's ferocious boyfriend... Zakarius Cavalcante.

(COMPLETED) Arken Zaviere is the definition of a perfect mayor, he was the savior of Caloocan City. Aside from being strikingly handsome and intelligent, he was also known for being a competent mayor for providing the needs of everyone... saving every family from poverty, providing jobs for the jobless people, and giving college scholarships. Jonalyn 'Ayen' Macarios admired him ever since he became the mayor. Mayor Arken Zaviere is beyond perfect in her eyes until that ill-fated night... when she saw Mayor Arken Zaviere's dark nature.

Left with no choice, Marianne Larazano sacrifices herself to help pay her brother's debt. But when problems don't seem to leave her alone, she is forced to approach Ryan Del Carmen, the guy she had a one-night stand with years ago. *** Young and innocent, Marriane Larazano gets the biggest twist of her life when her older brother asks her for help in paying off his debt. As a college student, there's nothing much she can do-until an idea comes to her mind. Marriane then joins the secret service, where she sacrifices her innocence in exchange for money. There, she meets Ryan Del Carmen, the ruggedly handsome guy she shares a steamy night with. Believing everything's finally solved, her brother brings more problems, eventually leaving her in a pile of debt. With her life now on the line, Marianne reluctantly approaches Ryan to tell him she got pregnant with him years ago. Now torn between prioritizing her safety and keeping up with her lies, can Marianne ever prepare herself when Ryan finds out the truth?

Son of Reynald.

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

Sa paniniwalang mahal siya ng taong mahal niya, sa edad na labing-walo ay naranasan na ni Dylan ang pagkabigo sa pag-ibig dahil kay Rhaime, ang babaeng buong puso nitong minahal. Iniwan siya nito. Winasak ang kaniyang puso nang ganoon lang na hinding-hindi niya matatanggap. Sa pagkikita nilang muli, matapos ang labing limang taon kaya bang mapanatili ni Dylan ang pader na binuo sa puso nito? O, hahayaan nitong muli na sumibol ang dating batang pag-ibig para dito. Will he accept her again in his life or will he continue to fight in his heart? Can the pain caused by love be cured many years later? Will he be able to love her again despite the unexpected meeting fifteen years later? Who among them will say the words be mine again? Start written: August 1, 2020 Finish written: November 10, 2020 Published under TDP publishing house.