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

“It was Julius’ decision,” Mateo whispered. “You knew Julius, once he made up his mind, nothing could change him.”


“You didn’t have to tell him it was okay to give up. You should have given him hope that he could fight it.”


“It was cancer, Jojo! Cancer!” Mateo shouted. His eyes teared up at Jojo’s accusation. “Are you sure this is about Julius? Are you blaming me for everything that has happened to you since then? You didn’t have to stay here. You could have gone back to California, like Julius told you to do.” Mateo shook his head.


Chapter 48