Prologue

MALAKAS ang tugtog ng musika halos lahat ay napaindak sa tugtog ng EDM (Electronic Dance Music). Ang ilaw, paiba-iba—blue, red, violet—tila sinasabayan ang pintig ng mga puso sa loob ng campus hall. Amoy alak, amoy pabango, amoy kasiyahan. Pero sa gitna ng ingay, tila bumagal ang mundo para kay Knife Blade Huangcho.

Nakaupo siya sa balcony ng lumang building kung saan ginaganap ang after-party ng seniors. Sa ibaba, sumasayaw ang mga estudyante. Sa gilid, may mga nagkukumpulan. Pero sa tapat niya, nakasandal si Arisielle, may hawak na basong na ngangalahati na at kanina ay puno pa ito ng champagne.

“Ang tahimik mo, Kuya Knife,” sabi ni Aris, may ngiti sa labi pero may pagod sa mga mata. “Hindi ka ba marunong magsaya?”

“Hindi ko kasi makita ang saysay ng pagsasayaw sa ilalim ng strobe lights,” sagot niya, monotone pero may halong biro.

“Pihikan,” aniya sabay may inis na ngiti. “Kaya tuloy wala kang girlfriend.”

Napatingin siya rito. Sa liwanag ng lamp sa balcony, nakita niya ang mapulang labi nito, ang kulay luya nitong buhok na nilalaro ng hangin. Sa isip niya, lumaking maganda si Arisielle. Hindi na ito ‘yung batang tinuturuan niyang mag-decode ng morse code noon. Ayaw man niyang pagnasaan ang kapatid pero napatingin siya sa dibdib nito. Malaki at mukhang malambot kapag siguro hinawakan niya. Gusto niyang malaman kung ano ang tinatago nito sa loob ng damit nito.

Kapatid. Ampon. Pero hindi niya ito kadugo. Ang pag-iisip na iyon ang tanging lisensiya niya sa kasalanan.

Buo na ang loob niya. Kung may mangyari man sa kanila na magkapatid ay pananagutan niya ito. Kahit itakwil siya ng pamilya, ang mahalaga makuha niya ang dalaga.

“Hindi ko kailangan ng girlfriend,” bulong niya.

“Bakit?” Tanong ni Aris.

“May sakit ako.” Ni hindi man lang siya kumurap nang sabihin ito.

Napakunot ang noo nito at puno ng pag-aalala sa kapatid. “Anong sakit?”

“Sakit na bawal kang gustuhin.”

Sandaling katahimikan. Ang tanging maririnig ay ang sigawan sa ibaba at ang malumanay na pagtama ng hangin sa mga kurtina. Bago pa man makasagot si Arisielle, lumapit si Knife. Hinawakan niya ang baso nito, ibinaba sa mesa, saka dahan-dahang inilapit ang mukha.

Hindi dapat.

Pero nang dumampi ang labi niya sa labi nito, parang wala nang mundong umiikot.

Mainit. Matamis. Delikado.

Lumikot na rin ang mga kamay niya at nahawakan niya na rin ang kanina pang pinagnanasasaang dibdib nito. Halos mag wala ang damdamin niya lalo na ang pinakatatago- tago niya na sinasayad niya na ang kanyang umbok sa puson ni Arisielle.

Lalo pa siyang nasabik nang may lumabas na mahinang halinghing kay Arisielle. Dahil bahagyang nakurot na niya ang naninigas nitong tuktok. Habang pinagsasaluhan ang init ng mga halik, parang may sariling pag-iisip ang kamay ni Knife at matapos ay unti-uting bumaba ang kanang kamay niya at tinaas ang laylayan ng palda ni Aris. Makakarating na sana siya sa pakay ngunit nagsalita ang dalaga.

“Kuya…” mahina nitong bulong, halos hindi marinig sa pagitan ng halik. “Wag…”

Tila may sumabog sa loob ni Knife. Guilt. Desire. Takot.

Pumihit siya palayo, mariing pumikit— at nang idilat niya ang mga mata, madilim na kwarto na ang bumungad sa kanya.

“...That fucking dream again.”

Hinilamos ni Knife gamit ang palad niya sa kanyang mukha at hinilot ang sentido, hingal na hingal, pawis na pawis. Bumalik sa isip niya ang eksaktong araw. Ang araw na iyon, hindi lang ang gabi ng kanyang kasalanan—

kundi rin ang gabi rin na iyon kung saan nilason at pinaslang ang kanyang kapatid na si Katana.

Ang tawanan, napalitan ng sigawan.

Ang halakhakan, ay naging pagkagulat at iyakan.

Ang champagne, naging lason.

At sa ilalim ng lahat ng alon ng alaala, isang bagay ang paulit-ulit na bumubulong sa kanya:

"Kuya, 'wag..."

Hanggang ngayon, hindi pa rin matanggap ni Knife, kung hindi siya nagpadala sa tukso at pagnanasa, kung sana binantayan niya lang ang kapatid niya na si Katana, sana kasama pa nila siya. Sana kasama pa niya ngayon si Arisielle, kahit hanggang tingin na lang siya sa dalaga.

Ngayon, sinisisi niya ang kanyang sarili. Ngayon, malayo na si Arisielle sa kanya. Hindi lang si Katana ang namatay ng gabing iyon, pati rin ang puso niya na magmahal ay wala na.

Alam niyang mali. Pero bakit sa palagay niya ay siya lang ang tama sa mundong ito?

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WELCOME TO EUPHORIA

Because desire comes in levels—and yours just unlocked the map.

MANDATORY HEALTH CLEARANCE NOTICE:

All applicants are subject to a strict pre-entry evaluation, including physical, sexual, and psychological health checks. STDs, mental instability, or high-risk behaviors are flagged. No exceptions. Cleanliness is consent.

Membership is reviewed and approved by the Euphoria Board.

EUPHORIA ISLAND: SUBSCRIPTION TIERS

SILVER PASS — ₱5M / 6 months

For those dipping their toes into Euphoria’s waters.

Inclusions:

7 Days Complimentary Stay @ Nirvana Hotel (Basic Suite)

1 Bottle of Passion X Wine (premium aphrodisiac)

Access to 2 Sex Zones per visit

1 Entry to the infamous TOWER GAME

Basic Lust Kit on first visit (condoms, blindfolds, oils)

Velvetlock Shell Bracelet

Tracker

Sex zone scanner

In-island payment

NAVI Tab access

Internal island news

Livestream of Ligaya / Adonis performers

Messaging / match-based kink interactions

GOLD PASS — ₱10M / 12 months

You don’t just want pleasure. You want access.

Inclusions:

14 Days Total Stay @ Nirvana Hotel Grand Suite or Shared Cabanas

(split across weekends or long holidays)

2 Bottles Passion X Wine + Herbal High Shot

Access to 4 Sex Zones per visit

1 Wildcard Invite per month

3 Tower Game entries/year

Golden Fantasy Kit

Premium toys, custom oils, blindfolds, cuffs

NAVI Enhanced Access

VIP parties

Invite-only sex games

Velvetlock Enhanced Bracelet

Mood monitor

Private payment toggle

Emergency assistance ping

PLATINUM PASS — ₱20M / 18 months

You don’t visit Euphoria. You own it—until it owns you back.

Inclusions:

30 Days Total Stay (rotating access)

Nirvana Hotel Master Suite

Private Deluxe Cabana

Floating Rotating Villa

Unlimited Passion X + Limited Lust Elixir

Unlimited access to:

All Sex Zones

VIP Rooms

Kink Dungeon

Voyeur Gallery

Monthly Orgy Royale Invite

Monthly VIP Tower Game access

Elite Welcome Gift Set

Satin robes

Roleplay masks

Luxe bondage kit

Velvetlock PRO Bracelet

Immune to basic scans

Unlocks hidden rooms

Discreet entry to blacklisted events

Full access to NAVI Seduction & Elite Dating Stream

GOD TIER — Invitation Only

Only for founding members, legacy bloodlines, and original investors.

EUPHORIA ISLAND RULES & REGULATIONS

“Pleasure without boundaries. But always with respect.”

GENERAL CONDUCT

No Real Names on the Island.

Guests and staff must operate under pseudonyms or code names. Discretion is sacred.

No Personal Devices.

Cellphones, laptops, smartwatches must be surrendered upon arrival.

All guests will be issued a secured NAVI Tab for communication and island updates. Velvetlock bracelet for keys, location tracking and payment method.

No Contact to the Outside World.

Only one supervised communication booth is available for urgent calls.

Messages are screened and encrypted to protect island secrecy.

No Photography or Recording.

Cameras and video recording are strictly prohibited.

Violation = immediate revocation of membership and escort off-island.

Consent Is Non-Negotiable.

All encounters must be mutually agreed upon.

Violations will be investigated by Velvetlock Security Unit.

A safe word override can be triggered via the Velvetlock bracelet.

SEX ZONE ETIQUETTE

Sex is Allowed Only in Designated Zones.

There are open zones (e.g., beach, garden groves, forest deck) and private rooms.

No sexual activity in non-sex-designated areas such as restaurants, libraries, or the chapel.

Nudity in Common Areas is Allowed, with Dress Code Exceptions.

You may walk nude in outdoor areas and beach trails.

However, when entering any establishment (restaurants, salons, theaters, etc.):

Women must wear at least a robe, cover-up, or modest swimwear.

Men must wear shirts, sando, or appropriate tops. No half-naked dining.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Mandatory Clean Bill of Health.

All guests must undergo STD/STI screening and receive a Clearance Chip embedded in the Velvetlock bracelet.

No Unauthorized Drugs or Weapons.

Aphrodisiacs and mood enhancers sold inside Euphoria are regulated and approved.

External substances are banned.

Injury, assault, or psychological distress must be reported via NAVI SOS Feature.

Immediate intervention by Isle Security and Mental Wellness Division.

SECURITY & PRIVACY

Velvetlock Tracking Is Active at All Times.

Location and interaction data are encrypted and anonymized.

Used for safety monitoring, emergency pings, and zone permissions.

All Staff Are Under Oath of Confidentiality.

Violation results in contract termination and legal charges via Euphoria’s offshore clause.

Guests Are Discouraged from Forming Real-World Attachments.

You came here to escape. Do not confuse desire with destiny.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Euphoria does not judge what you crave. But we expect you to respect the cravings of others. This island is not a jungle. It is a symphony of temptation—played in perfect rhythm.

All subscriptions come with one invite pass.

For more inquiry contact: 1800-387-467-42 (EUPHORIA)

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The story contains mature themes intended for adult readers (18+) only. It includes explicit sexual content, emotional triggers, unconventional relationships, and fictional depictions of sex work. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

All characters and scenarios in this work are entirely fictional and are not intended to glamorize, promote, or accurately depict real-life professions, relationships, or behaviors. The portrayal of sex work here is purely imagined and dramatized for storytelling purposes, especially within the context of a high-profile, agency-based setting designed to serve elite clients.

This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real people, organizations, or other stories is purely coincidental. The plot and characters are born from the author’s imagination and are not based on or inspired by any existing works. No infringement or imitation is intended.

Please read with an open mind, and respect this as a creative piece rooted in character backstories, emotional exploration, and fantasy.

Stay classy, and don’t forget—it’s just a story.