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

His mother cocked her head. “What’s there to forgive him for?” Jojo studied his mother’s eyes. She really had no idea why Jojo said this.


“I guess I can never expect grandchildren from you, huh, Jojo?” Her eyes welled up, and she put her head down.


His mother then grabbed the French press and walked through the doors. He followed her to the seat next to her and didn’t say anything for a moment, shocked at his mother’s sadness about grandchildren. His father hadn’t said anything when Jojo walked back in.


“How’s Jizelle doing?” Mateo asked as he accepted another pour of coffee from Margarita.


Neither his father nor mother said anything, so Jojo answered. “She’s fine. I think she’s back to stay.”


“Has she finished her studies?” Mateo asked.


“I believe so. I think whatever she has to finish up doesn’t require her to be in London anymore.”


“So, what are her plans then, since she’s back?” Mateo passed the sweetener to Margarita


Chapter 47