Businessman

Successful CEO Kenneth Brey thought he had his life planned out nicely—until he hired supposedly straight Kelly North as this year’s holiday companion. For the past five years, CEO Kenneth Brey has advertised for a gay male holiday companion to join him on his single annual break. Although Kenneth claims to be neutral in his choice, he has certain non-negotiable requirements. Applicants must be between twenty-one and twenty-five, non-smoking, social drinkers, either versatile or passive, and be able to pull off the role of dutiful boyfriend in front of his clutch of gay friends. What does the candidate get out of the deal? An all-expenses-paid holiday and five grand in cash at the end, more if the candidate exceeds his expectations—a safe enough addendum, because for the past three years no one ever has. Kelly North sits in a quiet corner of the coffee shop, trying to finish an assignment. At twenty-nine, he is single once again. By now he should have settled down. But when his girlfriend of three years gives him an ultimatum—ring or road—he chooses the road. Worst of all, he has no qualms about doing so. As for his finances? Saddled with a string of outstanding student loans, he is struggling to finish his master’s while also supporting his brother through university. Losing his work at the estate agents’ could not have come at a worse time. Then he overhears the man at a nearby table recruiting for a job that pays a cool five grand. What does he have to lose? Author's note: this book is a collection of stories sharing the same central theme of fake gay relationships turning to real ones, so don't let the number of chapters in it scare you. The blurb here is the blurb of the first story which is Kelly and Kenneth's story, and other blurbs appear before their preceding story. The stories in the book are really amazing, and I look forward to having you on this amazing adventure.

When billionaire CEO Ethan Asher hires the brilliant but unassuming Brandon Nate Daniel as his new Personal Assistant, neither expects a casual dare to ignite a passionate romance. As playful flirtations turn into undeniable passion, Ethan and Brandon find themselves entangled in a steamy, forbidden relationship that threatens to unravel their carefully constructed lives. With secrets surfacing and office politics heating up, they must decide if their love is worth risking everything.

"You feel so f**king good." a deep voice, one I knew all too well, grunted. I watched my husband Daniel and my assistant Esme banging each other right on my table. My hands flew to my mouth as realization dawned on me, the shock from seeing and hearing them made me shift back, stumbling against the table, and I pushed the chair backward. "Did you hear that?" I quickly dodged and stepped back from the glass view. "What?" Daniel hissed impatiently. "I think I heard-" Esme trailed off, "Never mind, just hurry up already." "No need to rush, there is still time before the b*tch lands." His statement was like a slap to my face, my ears were ringing. "Really?" "Yes, baby, a few more rounds for us." "Once she's back, I can't have you." "I know, but it's just for a while, you know it's you I love, it's her money that's keeping me." Their mixed chuckle ran across the room, traveled up my nerves, and made my heart sink to my stomach. *** When Elsie uncovers the affair between her husband and her trusted assistant, her world shatters. The dual betrayal by the man she loved for years and the assistant she relied on leave her devastated and nearly hopeless. But after the initial shock, Elsie regains her strength. She contacts a lawyer to prepare for divorce and makes a bold move- switching jobs and joining the company of her longtime rival, Albie. What starts as a search for solace turns into something much more dangerous. Albie's relentless pursuit leaves Elsie feeling increasingly drawn to him, despite her resolve. Will she lose herself in a passion she never expected, or find a new path to healing?

He was sinfully gorgeous, A dangerous fantasy, a walking orgasm with strings of broken hearts behind him a proof of his heartless nature.He was everything decadent yet delicious your mom warned you about.She wanted light.He wanted her.After running away from her horrible family, Maya could say she just wanted happiness ever after.A husband, a picket fence, a dog, and three adorable children.After she catches her fantasized soulmate cheating on her with her best friend, she is shattered which leaves her deciding to throw caution into the air once and indulge in a mind blowing one night stand.The night left her sprawled on the bed humiliated, turned on, and intrigued about the hot stranger with the distant cold blue eyes who practically freaked out when he discovered she was a virgin.Her friend gets her a job as a PA to the CEO of one of the biggest establishments in the country, but turns out Mr. CEO was the hot stranger and what more? He wants to claim her in every way possible but Maya knows what a picket fence guy material looks like, and her insanely hot brooding boss who she had to remind of his mother's birthday and was made to drop a dozen of roses and a one line note of "let's not make this more than it was," to his numerous one night stands."

Aarya, a compassionate young woman working at an orphanage, not only shields vulnerable children from a formidable threat but also embarks on a quest to uncover the truth about her long-lost father. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Aarav, a man haunted by a tragic past. Despite the scars of his own heartache, Aarav becomes Aarya’s unexpected guide in matters of love. But as their bond deepens, the looming fear of heartbreak threatens to tear them apart. Can fate bring these two lost souls together, or will the secrets they carry and the lives they lead pull them apart just when they need each other most? Discover the answers in this captivating tale of love, fate, and self-discovery.

Because I angrily attacked a perverted professor, I was forced to drop out and sell barbecue, but I unexpectedly encountered a cold and glamorous female CEO, a pure-hearted rich girl, and even my ex-girlfriend who had been waiting for me with bitterness... In the whirlpool of emotions, where should I go? Later, I encountered a fire, became an unsung hero, and in a series of events, my radiant humanity was continuously discovered by others.

Alexander Arlan Ainsley is a successful young business owner. Many women try to get close to him, but he never responds because, according to him, they are only after his wealth. Alex's bitter heart without love melts because he accidentally meets Arletta McDowell, so his rigid attitude changes one hundred and eighty degrees towards her. Alex even vows to have the girl, even though the target refuses because she already has a lover. He gets even more excited after finding out Arletta is still a virgin. How will Alex's and Arletta's story continue? Does the handsome man get into the girl's heart without any obstacles? Will there be a happy ending to Alex's struggle?

Blurb Maricris ran away from Xandro and his family with her twins. Unfortunately, the man was able to catch her up and snatched away her son. She didn’t have any choice but to flee with her daughter. She found herself in Baguio where she worked as a waitress. After a couple of years staying away from her hometown, she met the owner’s son, Jovannie who took her back to Manila. But to her surprised, instead of work, the man offered her marriage and a beautiful future for her and her daughter. But what would happen if she found out that Xandro, the father of her children, was working at one of Jovannie’s hotels? Would she forgive the man and let their past be reignited? But how about Jovannie to whom she was deeply indebted? What kind of life was waiting for her as she came back to the place where the unfortunate events in her life started?

"Will you choose him over our child?" The question hangs heavy in the air, leaving Sofia breathless. She stands at the crossroads of duty and devotion, torn between the demands of tradition and the fierce need to protect her child. In Purple Love, Sofia’s journey unfolds as a heart-wrenching saga of love, sacrifice, and survival against the weight of expectations. Her husband, Emeka, is a man deeply rooted in his family’s beliefs, and his grip on their future seems unbreakable. Sofia, however, feels the pull of a different path—a way forward that promises safety, freedom, and a future free from the shadows of the past. But the stakes only grow higher. Every step she takes to safeguard her child drives her further from the life she’s always known, thrusting her into impossible choices that demand both strength and sacrifice. As Sofia navigates the labyrinth of loyalty, loss, and self-discovery, she learns that love—both fierce and unyielding—might be the only weapon she has. With twists that defy convention and a story steeped in courage, Purple Love is a riveting testament to a mother’s devotion and the unbreakable bond between a parent and child. For Sofia, the question isn’t just about survival—it’s about carving a legacy of love, even when the world tells her it’s impossible.

Veronica leaves the village to the city to find greener pasture, leaving behind her childhood lover, Edu. Weeks after she arrives the big City of Enugu she meets with an old time friend who suddenly introduces her to work in a company owned by a drug lord, Charles. Charles is Edu's older brother who went missing ten years after he was born. He has become a kingpin and widely feared in the city and beyond. Veronica finds herself in-between accepting the dangerous billionaire Charles or facing death. She has to confide in Edu who suddenly realizes that Charles is his long lost older brother. Desperate to live large Edu decides to trade his love for Veronica to get his brother to help him. Charles who has refused to go home to see his sick mother is lured home by Veronica who promises to marry him if he would visit home. Charles's love for Veronica prompts him to lead a new life and this does not go down well for Edu who has decided to become like his older brother. He tries to fight Charles and retake his childhood lover but..