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

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

Rochelle stand’s by watching as fame comes fast for upcoming R&B singer; Tre Manning/Young Tre, but before fame was reality. The reality that Rochelle loves Tre with a deep compassion, but it seem’s the only thing he wants is sex and to stay with girlfriend; Jurnee Cambridge. The fast lane to popularity hit’s the family and Rochelle fast, Seeing Tre’s schedule shorten and his life change makes things take a down fall, can Rochelle find her way up and tell Tre how she really feels, and will he feel the same or will they just stay; Friend’s with Benefits.

"I know you want me Mia..." he whispered into my ear. His voice husky and deep. "N-no I-I don't," I replied trying to keep my voice steady but failing miserably. I backed up, but to only find myself trapped between a wall and Jared who was closing in.. and fast. "Your body seems to say otherwise Mimi," I couldn't help it when I shudder with pleasure. What is he doing to my body?! I've never felt like this before and to be honest it scares me. Scares me a lot for many reasons. "Mmmm Mia," I felt him run his nose up my neck were he would leave little kiss here and there. "J-Jared you should-" I tried telling him to stop, but when he kissed below my ear I let out a moan. Which basically for him told him to continue and he did. He sucked, he nibbled and kept moans coming out of my mouth. "Mimi y-" but he was cut off by a door opening..... Meet Mia and Jared There your typical teenagers you can say. However they each have a secret, a secret there not ready to tell at all. Mia has been through a lot, but she never shows it. She just shows a big bright smile and hides it all. But if you look hard enough you can see pain and it probably the worst pain anyone could go through, but there's one were she will never forget. This brought pain to not only her but her mom. She was sure that her mom would never find happiness after what he did to them, but 2 years later she meet Brian and Brian has a son Jared. Jared is a player he is well know to be. But he never was a player. He use to be a sweet, caring, a gentleman and your dream guy. But things happen, people change you can say and that's what happens when he meet a little brunette who was more trouble then its worth. What happens when they meet? What happens when sparks start to fly? What happens when the people you wouldn't expect to see, you see? Or when Old feelings come back? But most important of all what happens when you fall in love with the wrong person?

One shots based off of my original idea for Our Three Daddies.

Adrianna Monteverde did what every stubborn daughter forced to marry a stranger would have done--she ran away. But as she spun lies upon lies about her identity in order to protect her freedom, she did not know that finding love while under a false identity would come at a great cost: Happiness. ******* Despite the love she has for her parents, Adrianna finally had enough the moment she learned of the marriage they arranged with a complete stranger, even if it's for their family's business. She decided to run away, but never in her wildest dreams did she imagine that hiding inside the trunk of an unknown car would lead to her becoming a maid, and worse, falling in love with its owner. But her fears got the best of her and she was forced to lie about everything--her name, her profession, even her family--and as they say, no lie can live forever. Would Adrianna be willing to remove her mask of lies and secrets even if revealing her real identity might lead to her downfall? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish Cover Designed by Cil Ojumo

Being a perfect daughter is what Mera Francheska only wants in her life. She wants nothing but to please her parents and follow whatever they ask even if it's already beyond her. Ang hindi pagkakaroon ng nobyo habang nagaaral ang kaisa-isang patakaran ng mga magulang niya. It's easy for her... too easy. Not until he met Daniel Monasterio, the man who judged and embarrassed her in front of many. "She's pretty. Too pretty actually. Pero walang dating. Puro ganda lang. Hindi papasa sa akin." Those words kept on ringing inside Cheska's head that fueled the anger in her. Dahil doon, nagdesisyon siyang patunayan sa Daniel na iyon na may ibubuga rin naman siya at hindi puro ganda lang. Little did she know that while she's having those small fights and arguments with Daniel, it only made her fall for the man whom she thought was nothing but a playboy. He has been always ready to fight for her; she isn't. He's ready to marry and build a family with her; she married someone else while he's watching from afar. Hearts and promises gets broken. Love becomes ugly and coward.

[Unpredictable Series III] WARNING: Some chapters in this story contains mature scenes that may not be appropriate to readers 17 and below. Maiko Bernadette Villafuerte takes everything seriously. Wala syang panahon sa mga laro o pagbibiro. Kahit na nakatali pansamantala sa isang bagay na labag sa loob nya, basta tuloy ang focus, magagawa nya rin kung ano ang talagang nasa puso nya. Sa kabila ng pagiging seryoso, isang laro ang nagkamali syang pasukan. Hanggang saan ang katatagan nya? Kailan sya susuko sa larong sinimulan nya? Elvio Javier Cojuangco is the ultimate playboy. Bawat araw, iba't ibang babae ang kanyang nakakasama, naikakama, at iniiwan ng basta basta. Masyadong mapaglaro. At kahit na aminadong mali ang ginagawa ay hindi naman raw nya kasalanan kung kusang ang mga babae ang lumalapit sakanya. Maaari nga bang dahil sa nakaraang pagibig ay magbago ang lahat? Isang sarado ang isipan sa walang kwentang bagay. Isang mapaglarong pangarap ng kababaihan. Isang hindi marunong sumuko sa laban. Isang nakahanap na ng katapat. Until when will he play? Until when will she hold back?

Macario Karangalan Sandoval

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