Jojo Arias, a Spanish-Filipino mestizo, didn’t expect to meet a U.S. Marine in a tony bar in the Philippines. But, Jojo can’t deny the electricity they have once he meets Adam.<br><br>Although they come from different worlds, they struggle to keep their relationship private to protect Jojo’s status and position as an heir to one of the wealthiest and powerful families in Filipino society. Billions of dollars could be easily lost if his family business is jeopardized by Jojo’s secret love affair.<br><br>Because of his standing in society, Jojo is pressured to abandon Adam and live a life in the closet. But he doesn’t want to leave the man he loves. As he struggles to maintain their secret romance, things begin to unravel and Jojo has to make a life-changing decision. Should he choose to stay with his family, or does he have the courage to pursue the love of his life?

Under the Jasmine Flowers

“Man, it’s busy tonight,” Adam raised his voice. “And really, really loud.”


“Yes, when it’s not boxing night the dance floor volume is crazy loud.” Jojo smiled as Adam squeezed Jojo’s leg. Up here in the second floor of the club, it was just Tiny, his security detail, Francesca, Lucinda, Roger, and Jizelle. “We can go somewhere quieter.”


“Where? You want to go upstairs?” Adam pointed to the rooftop bar.


Jojo leaned into Adam’s ear. “No. Somewhere else.”


“Then what are we waiting for?” Adam asked, his smile mischievous and playful.


Jojo signaled Adam to wait a second and he walked to where Tiny was talking.


Tiny nodded and handed Jojo an envelope. “I’m glad you’re taking me up on this,” Tiny said.


Jojo stuffed the envelope in his jacket and ignored Jizelle and Roger’s scrutiny. Jojo motioned Adam to follow him and led him to the stairs. Francesca and Lucinda were headed down to the dance floor.


Chapter 38