Barista Wanted

Barista Wanted. Beginners are very much welcome to apply! As I passed through a street near my campus, I saw this signage posted on a cafe's front door. Apparently, it had just opened a few days ago, and they were preparing for a soft launch in a few weeks. This might be the opportunity I …

The Room with the Red Light

It was James' first trip to Cebu, a "business meeting" disguising his real agenda: chasing the city’s whispered sexual massages. At a friend’s suggestion, he ended up at a spa in Guadalupe. The sign outside was subtle, but the red glow spilling from the windows hinted at something more. Inside, a velvet-draped receptionist welcomed him …

Lingering Feeling

The tension between Bianca and Jake had been brewing for weeks. It started with lingering glances in the break room, the way their hands brushed when they reached for the same document, and the playful banter during late-night overtime. Bianca couldn’t ignore the way her heart raced when Jake leaned over her desk, his cologne …

The Night Call

It was 10:30 PM when Miguel’s phone buzzed—a text from an old college friend, Rico. “Bro, ever tried Lotus Spa? They’ve got... options.” Miguel smirked at the message. Rico had always been the wild one. After a long week, Miguel figured, Why not? Lotus Spa was tucked away on a quiet street near Baseline Center. …

The Outsider

Discover Reylan's first-time experience at a spa in Mandaue, where the mix of skilled massage and discreet offerings reveal a hidden side of Cebu City.