Beauty

Luna, and her journey of self-discovery and finding her place in the world. Despite initial difficulties, she realizes that she needs to adapt to her new situation for her own growth and development. Her mother wants Luna to pursue higher education and convinces her to study in Manila. She agrees, understanding that education is a powerful tool for personal progress. She prepares for enrollment and plans to leave for Manila soon. However, her encounter with Ryker Gregory, who seems to have negative feelings toward her, shakes her confidence. “I find myself swept away by the profound emotions that linger in the air. It is a realm where authenticity becomes fleeting, leaving behind nothing but remnants of my once vibrant feelings. Thoughts echo within me, whispering their secrets and leaving me yearning for more. Within the depths of my heart, I discover a peculiar contradiction—a longing for simplicity entangled in the complexities of love. Despite the dangers that lie in exposing my soul, it slowly emerges from its hiding place, craving connection and intimacy. Words wield an intriguing power in this realm, embracing both poverty and richness. Love becomes the enigmatic pursuit we strive for, seeking to be seen and appreciated amidst the captivating beauty of the world. Yet, I encounter individuals who weave intricate webs of lies, whether out of habit or with deliberate intent. In the face of such encounters, I am confronted with a choice—one that encompasses the essence of great and true love. As I traverse this labyrinthine journey, I embark on a quest to unravel the enigma of love. It is a search that takes me to the depths of my soul, forcing introspection and contemplation,” – Luna.

One night. One stranger. One mark that changed everything. Averylle Jasmine Yñigo has it all beauty, wealth, and power. Pero sa likod ng tagumpay niya ay isang mundong kontrolado ng mga lalaking ginagamit siya bilang tulay sa negosyo, lalo na ang ama niyang mapag-kalkula at ang boyfriend niyang sinungaling at manloloko, si Sam Reyes. Pagod na si Ave sa kasinungalingan at pananakit, kaya isang gabi, pinili niyang tumakas at doon siya napunta sa mga bisig ng isang estrangherong nag-iwan ng marka sa kanyang balat… at sa kanyang buhay. Pagkalipas ng ilang linggo, muli silang nagtagpo sa isang corporate event, sa pinakahuling taong inaasahan niyang makita. Aiden Ethan Blackthorne, the cold, powerful billionaire owner of her company… at ang lalaking tumatak sa kanya noong gabing iyon. Ngunit hindi tadhana ang naglapit sa kanila, kundi paghihiganti. Ethan believed Ave’s family was responsible for his late fiancée’s death a lie carefully crafted by Sam and Ethan’s current fiancée, Celeste Navarro. At sa gitna ng pagnanasa at galit, ginamit niya si Ave para sa kanyang kagustuhang makagpaghiganti hanggang siya mismo ang mahulog sa bitag ng damdamin. Pero habang lumalalim ang koneksiyon nila, lumalim din ang dilim sa paligid. Sam’s obsession turns deadly, leading to an ambush that leaves Ave’s mother comatose a tragedy that breaks everything apart. Deceived by lies, trapped by love, and haunted by the mark of her past. Is love still worth of saving even if it's started as revenge?

Catalina Ramirez has always been the subject of gossip on campus—labeled a playgirl not for what she did, but because of what people think they saw. When her long-distance boyfriend left for the Philippines, rumors flew that she cheated with her boy best friend, Aiden. What no one knew was that Aiden was simply protective of her, always by her side, never crossing the line. But to others, closeness easily looked like something more. With striking blue eyes as calm and deep as the ocean, Catalina doesn’t need to lift a finger to catch anyone’s attention. Her beauty is effortless, her voice captivating. As a member of a rising campus band, she sings with a passion that defies the quiet disapproval of her mother. Who has always tried to pull her away from music. Catalina feels it deep in her bones: her mother is hiding something from her, something about her past, something she’s not ready to confront. Then came Logan Axel Tyndall. At first, Catalina thought it was nothing but a harmless crush, an infatuation she’d get over in a week or two. She tried to laugh it off, but soon found herself stalking him, chasing after the way he walked, talked, and carried the world like he knew more than he let on. Before she knew it, she wasn’t just falling... she was drowning in him. But Logan wasn’t just another boy. He held the missing pieces of a puzzle she never knew she was trying to solve. Through him, secrets begin to unravel. Questions long buried rise to the surface.

Perfection was the curse. I was born into wealth, beauty, influence, and a family empire that stretched across continents. People envied my life, not knowing it was nothing more than a gilded prison. The only thing that ever felt real was ballet, the passion my parents forbade because it brought them no power, no profit, no leverage. My parents; greedy, ambitious, unfillable, hid their cruelty beneath luxury. And on my eighteenth birthday, they revealed the ultimate betrayal. I was engaged to a powerful man twice. . . no, three times my age. A man feared across Europe. A man whose hands were stained with secrets the world pretended not to see. They sold me to strengthen an alliance. So I ran. Barefoot, shaking, heartbroken. I stole one of our visitor's chopper and fled to Sicily, thinking distance could save me. I thought I escaped the monsters who owned my life. But I only ran into a darker one. Because Sicily is his territory; Aldrick Moretti, the shadow king of the Italian underworld. Cold. Untouchable. Beautiful in the most devastating way. The man people whisper about as if speaking his name is a sin. A man with eyes that see through lies. . . including mine. And the moment he found me trespassing on his land, bleeding, terrified, and wearing the remnants of a runaway bride. . . He didn’t return me. He didn’t free me. He claimed me. Not as a business deal. Not as an alliance. But as something far more dangerous. He became my captor, my protector, my obsession, and the forbidden flame I should never have touched. Because in his world, love is not tender. It’s a weapon. And I am the sacrifice wrapped in a veil he refuses to let go.

SIS (Social Issue Series) #4: Bullying They say that beauty is a luxury. That good looks is the only privilege that matters. That the world is only in favor of those who were born pretty.Sa panahon nga raw ngayon, parang kasalanan na ang pagiging less attractive. You're unappealing? Emotionally weak? Naive? How pathetic. Now you gotta deal with the consequences, loser. Sounds like bullshit? Yup. The truth may be harsh but it is what it is. Once you failed to reach the very high standards set by the society, you're doomed. Yara Isabelle got the deadliest combination of being unattractive, soft-hearted and innocent. But she used to get by and survive the bullying just fine. Because she got her knight-in-shining armor. Her childhood sweetheart. Not until he stopped saving her. Not until he stopped caring. Not until he got fed up of everything.Sky Edison used to be full of compassion. But that was before something terrible happened within their family. His perception had changed. He now finds it ridiculous that people let themselves get treated badly.However, the downside is that for some significant circumstances, these two have to share a condo as they enter senior high school. What could possibly happen given their situation?How would it feel like living under the same roof not with your bully but your former superhero who's now just a witness of your despair? How would it feel like going home to a place with a person who gets to see you getting bullied everyday at school?

She is a high-level assassin of the Black Eagle Organization, with her unrivaled beauty and aptitudes, everyone admired her but she doesn’t give a damn about it. All she craves is revenge and justice for her mother’s death, the only goal of Gracious Grace Moncatar. The leader of the Black Eagle Organization gave a special mission by group, and that special mission is to assassinate Don Victorino Tinsmith Sabio. Even if it’s a group; she grabbed the opportunity to work alone for her interest because she already knows that the Sabio Family is the primary suspect in her mother’s death eight years ago. However, his father–the leader of B.E.O won’t allow her to work alone but what do you expect from a stubborn lady? Because of her disobedience, the leader leaves no choice but to use the organization as a bet of the mission, if she failed to assassinate Don Victorino, the organization will be fallen forever. One night, she planned to seduce the man before assassinating him, but she fell into her pitfall. She never thought that the man was saucy like Adan and handsome like an actor because Don Victorino is old in the photo she saw. How come he became young? In just one night, one big failure was made. In just one mission, her goals became chaos. How can she escape her pitfall? How can she manage to correct her failure? Will she continue pursuing her only goal or leave the organization she loved wrecked by the leader? What will she choose?

Aljin Dion Savadra is no ordinary substitute teacher at Saint Louis Academy. Behind his striking looks and magnetic charm, he hides a powerful secret—he’s the owner of a global corporation. Desired by many but untouchable to all, no woman has ever managed to capture his heart. Miara Christ Quito, the academy’s Student Council President, lives a double life. Brilliant, respected, and admired for her beauty, she seems to have it all. But when the school day ends, she trades her uniform for a janitor’s uniform, working in secret to support her struggling family. At twenty-one, she has never been in love, never been kissed, and never let anyone close—until her new professor steps into her life. When Miara discovers that her substitute teacher is also her boss, her world turns upside down. And worse, Aljin corners her with an ultimatum: "You need money, and I need a wife. Why don’t we help each other? Marry me, and I’ll give you everything you need. Your secret stays safe, baby." Caught between desperation and pride, Miara must decide—should she resist a man determined to have her or risk everything by accepting his dangerous offer? Could her ruthless boss and professor become something more… or will he break her heart beyond repair?

WARNING: Erotica, steamy, explicit contents and adult languages. --------------------------- Aso’t-pusa, away-bati.  At kahit  magkasama mula pa pagkabata, hindi magkasundo sina Helga at Craig Alastair. Si Craig kasi, magnanakaw—magnanakaw ng halik at lakas pero alam niya na may picture ng ibang babae ang binatang bilyonaryo  sa wallet nito.  Ano siya, panakip-butas? Hindi free taste ang beauty niya, ‘no? Mas gusto pa niyang maglaho sa San Luis at tumandang dalaga!  ************ Maraming babaeng nagkakagusto kay Craig naka-diaper pa lang siya. Kaya hindi rin niya maintindihan kung bakit matapos i-Mukbang ni Helga ang kanyang alindog, bigla na lang siyang nilayasan at iniwan sa gitna ng kama nang walang saplot. After two years, nang bumalik, daig pa niya ang nasumpa: mas sexy na ito, lalong gumanda, medyo classy na rin pero kasing tapang pa rin ni Gabriela Silang kahit walang hawak na tabak. Parang gusto na lang niyang magpa heart transplant  makalimutan lang ang babaing nanakit sa puso niya.  Pero paano niya yon gagawin kung nagkusa pa siyang ialok  dito ang lahat ng meron siya at may freebie pa—ang puso niya na puede nitong paglaruan? Posible bang maging matimbang ang pag ibig sa babaing kinain ng galit at paghihiganti at gagawin ang lahat para sirain ang buhay niya?

Si Sabrina ay may kakambal ito ay si Sabria. magkamukha, magkahawig at magkasing katawan. Makikita ang pagkakaiba nila ay sa kanilang mga mata kapag tinitigan mo ito ng mabuti, at isa lang ang mas nakakakilala sa kanilang dalawa ay walang iba kundi ang kanilang ina, parehong maganda, mabait, pero mas matalino si Sabrina kumpara sa kanyang kambal. Kilalang mayaman ang kanilang pamilya sa kanilang lugar dahil sa negosyante ang kanyang ama at dating beauty queen naman ang kanyang ina nong kabataan nito. Nagkaroon ng ultimate crush si Sabrina at sa katagalan na realize nya na first love nya na ito, dahil never sya nagka boyfriend, meron man nagtangka manligaw sa kanya pero di nya ito pinagtutuunan pansin. Hanggang sa nagkaproblema ang kumpanya ng kanilang pamilya at ang tanging solusyon ay arranged marriage. kailangan pakasalan ng kanyang twin sister ang anak ng kumpare ng kanyang ama. Pero nagkaroon ng problema dahil sa nabuntis ang kambal nya, naki usap ito sa kanya na makipagpalitan sa araw ng kasal dahil hindi naman raw sila mapapansin dahil magkahawig sila. Sa araw ng kasal nakipagpalit nga si sabrina sakanya kambal at doon nya lang nakita na ang lalaki sa kanyang harapan at pakakasalan ay ang kanyang first love.

"The rain falls because the sky can no longer handle its weight. Just like the tears, it falls because our heart can no longer handle the pain." Cleopatra Cooper Sandoval, the blue eyed Ilongga and only princess of Sandoval clan. She's got everything, beauty, money and fame. She loves everything about life. She loves to party. She loves going out with friends. She loves spending her money. She's a brat with a heart, a happy go lucky princess . But no one knows that behind those smiles and happy vibes is heart full of fear. The bratty princess is scared of the rain. Surrounded by six overprotective brothers, who are worried for her safety after getting kidnapped years back, they hired a bodyguard without her knowledge. Cooper is living the life, not until the day she met the man with a seductive midnight black eyes. The cold, strict and dangerous Silas Atticus Monteverde, a retired US Marine and his brother's bestfriend. First time she laid eyes on him, she knows she will be in deep trouble. So deep that she can't get him off her mind. She thought that it would be the start of her own happy ending but memories of her childhood trauma started coming back. She saw him as the monster who caged her in the past. The beast that's chasing him in a dark rainy night. Will his love shine and give light to change her perspective? Will his love enough to give her the calm after the storm? Or will she continue running to find the peace she's been looking for, a shelter in the rain?