All her life she's been searching for a door. A door of which if she enters, she would never want to leave. Does that door really exist? But who would have thought that her journey will bring her to a door of which behind are the seven men that has massively influenced the world and bring all culture, races and countries together? Who would have thought that behind that door she would find someone she'll learn to love? Who would have thought that opening that door will make her meet her destiny? And who would have thought that behind that door lies the bulletproof boyscouts? Who would have thought. . .

Belle and Matt were best friends since childhood, they've shared dreams, secrets, laughter... and unspoken feelings. He has loved her quietly for years. She has treasured their friendship, unaware of the depth of his heart. But when life pulls them in different directions, and he must follow a lifelong dream of his parents, everything changes. Left behind with memories and feelings she's carried since they were young, she must find the courage to face heartache-and discover if their bond can survive the ultimate test of love.

I was in grave danger as I felt my blood oozing from the cut. But then he came, all the way from the unknown. He saved me. And took me to a place far from what is believed to be existing. Nangako siyang ibabalik niya ako kung saan ako nanggaling. And I hold on to that. I will return to my home. Babalik ako sa pinanggalingan ko. But then I stilled, paano ako aalis ngayong may rason na ako para manatili? Paano ako aalis kung doon naman talaga ako nababagay? EMPYREAN SENTRIES: Return of the Zephyrian Princess 'Coming back is never easy.'

A compilation of the author's personally-made literary pieces during the quarantine period. Poems and essays that are worthy to be given attention because of its message.