Erwin_Vic_Bedia

[Honestly, I don’t know what I should answer him.] Dino thought with his face red while also not gazing directly at Ivan’s eyes. [But still...My heart is beating fast.]

At that moment, Ivan took Dino’s right hand and put it on his own chest, making Dino feel Ivan’s heartbeat.

“Dino, can you feel my heartbeat?” Ivan asked in an attractive deep voice while smiling gently, with the pupils of his eyes also dilated. “It’s beating just for you.”






Dino Luis Ortega is an 18-year-old Filipino college student who is a big fan of Ivan Sadovsky. 

Ivan Sadovsky is a 27-year-old Russian professional swimmer who has been in the sports industry for five years. 

One day, Ivan and Dino accidentally meet, with Ivan beginning to show a romantic interest in Dino during their meeting. Dino also eventually falls in love with Ivan. 

Will their love for each other be strong enough to overcome the trials that they are about to face together? Read on and find out!







Inspired by the Japanese animated shows Yuri On Ice and Free. Book cover designed by Runa Leexhian

He's Dating the Russian Swimmer

"So he's okay with it? And he doesn't care about what your sexuality is?" Eric inquired, feeling relieved for Dino.

"Yes, that's right," Dino answered while smiling innocently.

"That's great, man! You have such a supportive brother!" Eric exclaimed cheerfully. "But what about your parents? Do they approve of it?"

Dino shook his head and responded, "No, they don't know yet. And I don't plan to tell them right now."

"Oh. Do you think they won't approve of it once they find out?" Eric asked curiously while also feeling worried about his friend.

Dino looked down on the table before answering, "I still don't know, and I'm afraid that they won't approve of it."

"I see. What do you plan to do if they ever find out and not accept it?" Eric inquired in a concerned tone.

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