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

Adam pressed into Jojo. “I was hoping for something else.”


Jojo kissed Adam on the lips. A little peck actually, then laughed. “Jeez, you’re insatiable. I think we should have some food.”


“I’m insatiable? My legs feel like jelly.” Adam paused when he saw Jojo blush. “Not that I’m complaining.”


Jojo stared at the ground for a second, before he sheepishly met Adam’s eyes. “I’m sorry. I haven’t been with anyone in a long time.”


Adam shook his head. His stomach knotted. He didn’t want Jojo feeling guilty about sex. He had already made him feel bad a few days ago when he assumed Jojo and Lani had sex, when they never had. He wanted to say everything was okay, and last night was, well, crazy, and he loved it but he didn’t know how to say all that without coming across as a jerk or an asshole, so all he could think to do was to change the subject.


“I can make breakfast if there’s eggs, or pancake mix or something.”


Chapter 42