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

Jizelle studied the ground for a moment. “I’ve been talking to Dad a lot. And I already pitched the idea that we should either own the hotel, or buy a percentage of it.”


Jojo’s lips pursed. “I didn’t know you were talking to father about this.”


“I ran it by him before we left. He was very excited doing a project with the Lopezes. He probably would have told you, except—”


“Except we are not talking right now.”


“Don’t be mad, Jojo. You agree this is a good investment, right? You said Adam’s good with numbers, right? Francesca said she had the operating costs for the last two years, before and after inflation was adjusted. He can look at the balance sheet and tell us weak areas, areas of improvement.”


Chapter 61