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

He sighed with relief when the taxi pulled up at the destination. Jojo fished out four hundred pesos, more than the three hundred pesos he had promised. The taxi cab driver beamed, and got up and opened Adam’s door as Jojo exited.


“Fort Bonifacio,” Jojo said. “Actually, Bonifacio Global City.”


“I know this area,” Adam said. “The American Cemetery is around here. Right?”


“It’s on the other side of the hotel around the corner, and down a few blocks. Probably a mile or so. But you can’t tell from the skyscrapers from street level that have moved into what used to be an old American fort from the Spanish-American war.” Jojo paused. Adam was craning his neck around and trying to peer into the building.


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