Melanie Martinez Croc Charms

"I don't do love. I do contracts." Billionaire Adrian Blackwell has everything money can buy—except the one thing his family's fortune demands: an heir. When his grandfather's will threatens to strip him of his empire unless he produces a child within a year, Adrian makes a calculated decision. No messy emotions, no gold-digging wives—just a simple business transaction with a surrogate. Elena Martinez is drowning in debt, working three jobs to save her father from deportation and pay for his cancer treatment. When a mysterious contract offers her half a million dollars to carry a stranger's baby, she knows it's her only chance to save her family. But their "simple" arrangement becomes dangerously complicated when Elena discovers she's not just carrying Adrian's child—she's carrying the key to a conspiracy that could destroy them both. And as passion ignites between them, they'll learn that some contracts can't contain the heart. In a world where money talks and love whispers, will they risk everything for a chance at something real?

At twenty-five, Heather Martinez sacrificed everything to take care of her younger sibling at matiyak na may matitirhan sila. Pero dahil sa matinding pangangailangan, she had no choice but to enter a dangerous deal with Theo Skye Dawson, isang malupit at misteryosong aktor na kahit sa isang iglap ay kayang baliktarin ang kaniyang mundo. She knew it was a mistake, but she never expected it to change her life forever. Ikinulong siya ng isang kasal na walang pag-ibig, naging bahagi ng mundo ni Theo kung saan siya lang ang talo. Alam niyang malupit ito, walang pakialam sa nararamdaman niya. Pero paano nga ba pipigilan ang pusong natututo nang umibig kahit hindi dapat? Samantala, si Theo, na matagal nang biktima ng kanyang nakaraan, ginamit lang siya bilang pawn sa isang matagal nang laro ng paghihiganti. Pero paano kung hindi niya inaasahang mahuhulog siya sa babaeng minsang balak niyang sirain? As long-buried secrets unravel and old wounds begin to bleed again, will love be strong enough to overcome the pain? Or will their love itself be the ultimate sacrifice?

Isla Martinez, a dedicated flight attendant, has long sworn off love after a painful past, finding solace only in the skies as she navigates the world of wealthy, demanding passengers. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Adrian Blackwell, a reclusive billionaire struggling under the weight of his family’s expectations and the loneliness that comes with his wealth. Despite their different worlds, an undeniable connection begins to form between them. Over several flights, Isla and Adrian share fleeting moments that slowly deepen into something more. As their attraction grows, Adrian reveals his vulnerabilities, while Isla grapples with her fear of getting hurt. When a life-threatening emergency forces them to work together, their bond intensifies, but Isla’s insecurities hold her back from giving in to the love blossoming between them. Just as their feelings come to the forefront, Isla pulls away, convinced that she’s not the woman Adrian truly needs. But Adrian, determined to fight for their love, makes a bold move to prove his commitment. In the end, both Isla and Adrian must confront their fears and trust in each other, discovering that true love is worth the risk.

Jostein De Vere and Caleb Rothschild are one of the elite class German business executives in the Philippines. They dominate the entire economy and make them one of the monopoly oligarchs in the country. Jostein De Vere is a kind of gentleman. Same as Caleb but he is a bisexual, when the naughty Jostein wants the only daughter of Mr. Alfredo Monteverde, he abducted its service after the grand party held at Caleb's mansion. The cousins are so powerful that it makes Mr. Alfredo down to his agony; after seeing his only Daughter Keesha Monteverde with Jostein De Vere at his place. Alberto Martinez is a Spanish-Filipino butler of Mr. Alfredo. His mission is to spy inside the company. Save and expose the secrets of the silver void organization ruled by Jostein and Caleb. However, when doing his research and spying from them. Alberto slowly discovers the dark secrets of the place where he meets Caleb Rothschild. Little by little falling in love with him.  Will he expose the dark secret of the organization? To rescue Keesha Monteverde and fulfill his mission; that he promised to her father. Or to locked in the place where it is heaven created by the cousins?

Celine Dashiell Everson had always enjoyed living a life away from the shadows of her family's wealth. As the youngest daughter of the country's wealthiest man, her bank account boasted millions, if not billions, courtesy of a family empire capable of acquiring not just one city, but another. However, she had long learned that embracing a life beyond the spotlight and living anonymously without the burden of her last name proved to be the best way to live a happier life. That’s why she uses her mother’s last name to keep her peace. But her supposed ordinary life turned upside down after she met Callahan Simmons, a playboy billionaire. She found herself falling for his charms and before she knew it, she was already agreeing to a marriage of convenience in hopes that he could learn to love her. She was willing to stay as long as Callahan needed her. But what happens when Callahan's first love comes back and now, everyone around them wants them to get back together? To make things worse, it seems like Callahan thinks the same…

My loud, harsh breaths reverberated in the four walls of his cabin. I didn't realize when he locked me up here and pushed me too far from the door, blocking all my ways of escape. "M-Mr. S-Scott, please, what are you doing?" Cold shivers ran down my spine as I watched the man with horror-filled eyes who was advancing towards me with slow, dangerous steps. A sickening smile marred his lips as he silently relished my helplessness while uncuffing his sleeves. My fear skyrocketed. His husky chuckles ensued, churning my stomach as his shameless gaze lingered on my chest, making me quickly bring my arms to the front. "Something that I should have done before, Cupcake." He drawled out, leaving me shocked to the bone. That endearment. Travis? Dive into the dark and dangerous world of Travis Scott, a man who dupes people with his breathtaking charms and kind personality while confining his demons only to unleash them once he captures the angel he's been looking for years.

Lumaki si Antonella Martinez sa Canada. Pero napilitan siyang bumalik sa Pilipinas nang mabalitaan niyang inatake sa puso ang kanyang ama. Sa kanyang pagbabalik, hindi niya inaasahan na ito na pala ang huling pagkakataong makikita niya ito. Bago pumanaw ang kanyang ama ay inihabilin na pala niya ito sa pangangalaga ng stepbrother nito. Laking gulat ni Antonella nang malamang isa palang kilalang Governor ang Uncle niya. At mas lalo siyang nabigla nang sa una pa lang nilang pagkikita ay tila may kakaiba na siyang naramdaman para sa lalaking halos doble ang edad sa kanya. Si Gabriel Ignacio ay isang Gobernador. Sa edad na thirty-eigth, kilala siya bilang walang oras sa pag-ibig. Pero magbabago ang lahat nang mapunta sa kanyang pangangalaga si Antonella. Mapipigilan ba niya ang kanyang damdamin? O tuluyan siyang mahuhulog sa alindog ng dalagang itinuring niyang responsibilidad?

Yasmin has survived five years of Cole Martinez’s cruelty—his icy contempt, his mother’s vicious words, and the humiliation of watching him parade his mistress around town. She’s learned to stay quiet, stay small, and never fight back. But two pink lines on a pregnancy test change everything. Cole made it clear he never wants children. If he finds out about the baby, Yasmin knows exactly what he’ll demand. Yet for the first time in years, she feels something stirring inside her that’s stronger than fear—a fierce, desperate love for the tiny life growing within her. Now she faces an impossible choice: stay silent and risk everything when her secret shows, or find the courage to run from the only life she’s known. In Cole’s world, defiance comes with a price. But some things are worth fighting for, even if it means losing everything else. Can Yasmin break free before it’s too late, or will her secret become the final chain that binds her forever?

"He is not yours!" She affirms with a confident and unwavering look. "Whose child is he, then?" I question, my eyes wandering to the boy with piercing blue eyes like mine. Celine narrows her eyes with her hands clenched. "He is mine!" "What about his father? Who is he?" I drop my hands lazily and watch her intensely. "That is none of your business." She says defensively. "It means he is mine and I am taking him", I conclude with a smile and walk past her to pick up the child who is already dozing off. "No, no, no!" Celine chants, blocking my way. "Please, don't take him. I beg you!" **** After realizing she was pregnant which was not part of the deal she made with Billionaire Bryan Martinez, Celine left his mansion before the end of the contract. When they meet again and he discovered the secret she was hiding from him, he decided to punish her by taking custody of the child. What will happen when the baby wants his mother close to him? Will this reunion blossom the love between them before her departure? How sweet will Bryan's revenge be for Celine?

A beautiful little heiress is torn from her loving family by her father. Brought up by the Biker King in a world she does not know or understand. Morven must learn to adapt and adjust to her new position as a Biker Princess. Her family never forget her and continues to search for their little heiress. Maverick is another Biker King, the leader of the Blue Moon Bikers' basef in Baker, California, just off Route 66. He is everything his name suggests, over six feet six tall, with his perfectly muscled body, long, toned legs, and six-pack abs, with a stunningly sensual face. Their paths cross when both bikers' gangs meet by chance at a Charity event, and the King sets his eyes on the beautiful, fiery Princess. Keeping his identity hidden, he charms his rival's daughter until she falls in love with him. Can Maverick win the only woman he has ever truly loved? Can Morven overcome the obstacles both her families place in her way to keep her from the man she loves? Will love prevent a war between the rival Bikers?