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The Butler

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Reads 988,555
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Richard and Carlton are childhood friends who haven't seen each other in five years after that embarrassing incident. Things are about to get awkward now that Carlton is the butler of the Preston family and Richard is the sole heir of the Preston-Astor Group, one the largest conglomerate in the world.

--Completed 02/27/25

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Love Unexpected (MM) by dreammcatcher

Morgan is the epitome of rainbows and sunshine. His favourite part of the day is knowing he can spread his positivity to his loved ones. Beyond his crazy stories and fluorescent wardrobe, he's a guy of warmth and comfort. Brooks is going through the toughest time of his life. Whilst running a multi-million pound company and finalising a divorce after finding his husband in bed with someone else, he struggles to keep an optimistic mind for the future. He swears off falling in love again and vows to spend the rest of his life alone. When Brooks desperately needs an assistant to help with his chaotic workload, Morgan comes bounding into his life like a bowling ball wrapped up in Christmas lights. Brooks has never met anyone like Morgan before and has his patience tested wildly on a daily basis. But when Brooks looks into Morgan's vibrant and colourful life, he wonders how different everything would be if he allowed himself to be happy. Especially when his life started becoming a lot brighter since Morgan walked into it. What to expect: - CEO x assistant - grumpy x sunshine - millionaire - mental health rep - cheating ex and trust issues - forced proximity - jealousy/angst (lots of it) - spicy scenes - dual POV

The Vows We Never Wanted, Yet Kept by Kil_the_devil99

In a high-stakes world of business and prestige, Edward, a powerful CEO, and Arthur, a renowned model, are forced into an arranged marriage orchestrated by their families to secure their companies' future and uphold a long-standing friendship. But there's one problem-Edward is in love with his longtime girlfriend and refuses to let her go. Arthur, sharp-eyed and prideful, sees right through her facade and refuses to let his future husband keep a mistress, determined to break them apart. What starts as a battle of egos soon turns into something neither of them expected. Meanwhile, their best friends-one Edward's trusted right-hand and the other Arthur's closest confidant-find themselves unexpectedly entangled in a whirlwind romance of their own, proving that love often blooms in the most unlikely places.

Sweet Sensations by Friends_Bee

Don't blush. It will just make you look sweeter... Whack! Smack! Slap! Xavier That sound has always made my heart flutter. Especially after a fateful game of truth or dare in college. Awkward freshman, meet dreamboat senior. Humiliating. Except I'm not in college anymore. I'm twenty-five, and inheriting my father's candy store. And that dreamboat is suddenly back in Denver. He's brought his dashing smile with him from Manhattan. Not to mention those strong hands. For one year, he's in Denver to manage a prestigious city redevelopment project. The kind of big budget thing they throw galas for. The kind of project that just might steamroll a little candy shop like mine. But when it comes to Dominick, it's not only my shop that's in trouble. If there is one man who can make me confess my desires, it's him. Desires I never thought I could speak, let alone feel... Desires that beat in my heart for him, whether I'm prepared to admit it or not. #4 - lgbt #1 - mxb

Dad's Boss by AmberNCollins

"But you're my dad's boss, what would happen if he found out?" "Doesn't matter. All that matters is that we're here, alone, now, no interruptions." He placed a hand on my cheek and moved closer to me, leaving no space in between us. I stared into his beautiful ice blue eyes. He placed a hand on my hip and pulled me that little bit closer, before pressing his soft lips against mine. This is how it was supposed to go. - Alex and Lukas couldn't be more opposite; Alex is a famous millionaire who owns a huge company, while Lukas is just an average person only just navigating the real world. But you know what they say, opposites attract. The story follows Lukas, who is forced to join his dad at work, where he meets the rich and famous Alex Woods. After their friendship begins with a disaster, the both of them work to slowly build their bond, their innocent friendship evolving into something more passionate. Unfortunately, it's never that easy. In order to keep his strong image of being a rich and successful businessman, Alex cannot let the secret about his sexuality out, in fear of it affecting his career and life. Will Lukas and Alex's relationship survive all that is thrown their way? Find out in Dad's Boss. - Best ranks - #1 in #bxb, #1 in #manxman, #1 in #company, #1 in #boyxboy

Alpha and Beta OLD by ghostieroonie

Alex and Cal have been best friends for as long as they can remember. They've been through it all together; firsts, lasts, and Alex's parents abandoning him. There's nothing that can come between them, that is until it's time for them to look for their mates. Will the ones they're destined with tear them apart or bring them closer together? Read and find out.

Loving The Boss. by Lyfeo_M_Jay

Melbourne has been Hugh's best friend, assistant and confidante for 8 years.Mel holds unrequited feelings for Hugh.Their friendship is toxic as Mel tries to escape from Hugh and the control he has over him.One night of passion leads Mel to a tipping point. Will the cruel businessman let go of his most prized possession. #1 bxbxb

We're Just Friends by ghostieroonie

Alex and Cal have been best friends since what feels like forever. They've been through it all together; first day of school, first kisses, and Alex's parents abandoning him. Through thick and thin, Alex and Cal have been there for each other, the best of friends. Until Cal realizes that maybe he likes Alex as more than a friend and, instead of talking about it like a normal person, shoves those feelings somewhere deep down inside of him. Eventually Alex notices something off about Cal and confronts him. Will this confrontation be the end of their relationship? Or will it bring about something new and wonderful?

BETWEEN DUTY AND DESIRE. (MXM) by charliesWorldCW

| #1 mlm | Mike is a royal guard - trained to follow orders, not feelings. But when the ruthless king tightens his grip on the kingdom, Mike is thrust into an unexpected journey that will test every oath he's ever sworn. At his side are two men who couldn't be more different: Prince William - his childhood friend, loyal and golden-hearted, bound by duty as much as Mike. Kai - the sharp-tongued thief with rebel ties, who looks at him like he's something worth stealing. The prince and the thief despise each other. They both want him. And Mike knows that no matter whom he chooses, someone's heart will break. As rebellion sparks and secrets threaten to burn the kingdom to ash, love might be the most reckless danger of all - especially when you're caught between duty and desire. # 1 - theif # 1 - gayrelationship # 3 - boys # 7 - men # 90 - pride # 100 - wattpride # 100 - lgbt

UNDER THE BILLIONAIRE'S THUMB by grayfantasy

"What makes you think that I'll offer you this job? " "You can't do the job on ur own can you? " "There are lots of people who are way better at this job" "U're right, sorry then for wasting ur time" __________ Richard Carter, a 25-year-old orphan, supports himself and his 12-year-old brother, through an array of part-time jobs. On the other side of the wealth spectrum is William Brown, a 30-year-old billionaire CEO with an unruly son, leading to a revolving door of fired caregivers Desperation leads William to offer Richard a job, setting the stage for a turbulent relationship. William's bullying creates animosity, but Richard perseveres for the sake of his younger brother. As their worlds collide, a complex question emerges: can love eventually transcend their mutual resentment? [Mxm] [Marked mature for sexual content]

It Was Always You [BxB] by chroniclesoftatiana

Julian Montez thinks life in the quiet town of Romblon will never change, especially with his best friend, Joaquin, by his side. But when Joaquin's estranged father unexpectedly arrives and whisks him away to the city, Julian's world is turned upside down. For a while, they stay connected through letters, until one day, the messages stop. Joaquin has vanished without a trace. Years later, Julian's world shifts again when he moves to Manila with his mother's new family. Now a university student, Julian is on a mission to find Joaquin and reconnect. But when he finally tracks him down, he's faced with a harsh reality: the Joaquin he knew is gone. In his place is a slick socialite with a mean streak, and always by his side is his stunning best friend, Alexander. ****** Start Date: October 2024 End Date: March 2025 Originally published under Crimson3/Gossipgirl03 in Tagalog-English (2009) Former title: Bestfriend x Boyfriend

Look After You by vinylplanets

Chicago had never greeted the Valentines with open arms. Instead it greeted them with a slap in the face and reality served on a silver platter. Living with such a large family and such a small income was harder than anyone could have imagined especially when your best form of income comes from your mom being a hooker. Alexander is a middle child in the large family. At the prime age of fourteen he's starting to become confused about many things in his life such as where he fits in, what he wants to do when he's older and his sexuality. Nolan is in the same boat. Though he is not part of the Valentine family he got the privilege of living down the street from them. He had a slightly smaller family with only a slightly better income. But the only things Nolan feels he needs is astronomy, books and his best friend Alexander who is always getting them into trouble. TRIGGER WARNINGS : suicidal thoughts/mentions, abuse, underage drinking, some sexual content, cussing. If there's any questions about the triggers feel free to message me to ask started: November 1st, 2018 completed: November 30th, 2018

Love, Alexander by blueeindigoo

With fate bringing them back together, their dark past also following, Liandro and Alexander are faced with the feelings they've always had and hard decisions to overcome. An evil stepmother and a high school nightmare were all it took for Liandro to run away from his town and never look back, but that was until he crossed paths with his 'old friend' who had caused him both pain and hope. Liandro made a promise to never let his past haunt him, but when his 'small crush' turns into a huge desire, will he still be able to keep his promise or will he give in and Love Alexander. Trigger warnings: Violence, Sexual Assault, Abuse, Self-harm and Suicide. Includes mature content, beware.

Emery [bxb] by MishMishYouIsFine

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superstar by yuanjia

Matteo Bailey and Ruben Starling were never supposed to get along. As two rising solo artists at the peak of their careers, their rivalry was the stuff of tabloid gold-snide remarks in interviews, tense award show encounters, and a fan-fueled firestorm of competition. But somewhere between the chaos of the music industry and the relentless pressure of fame, their animosity gave way to something unexpected: a tentative friendship built on late-night conversations, shared frustrations, and an unspoken understanding no one else could offer. As the world speculates about their every move, Matteo and Ruben must figure out what truly matters-and how much of themselves they're willing to risk for the connection they never saw coming. Enemies. Friends. Something more? Fame changes everything. © yuanjia 2025 Highest Rankings: #1 slowburn out of 84k stories #1 friendstolovers out of 51.7k stories #1 gayfiction out of 27.7k stories #1 singer out of 19.9k stories #1 lgbtromance out of 782 stories #2 gayromance out of 26.5k stories #3 gay out of 391k stories #5 lgbtlove out of 17.8k stories #10 gayfiction out of 28.7k stories

Eat The Rich (bxb) | ✔ by dreammcatcher

Micah hates the rich. Working at an upper class restaurant in Mayfair proves all the reasons why. Entitled, rude and ignorant customers with more money than Micah could earn in his lifetime. As Micah struggles to pay rent and fees for university, he doesn't live a life of luxury. He despises how the rich live and how they treat others, annoyed at how society allows the rich to become more rich and ignore those who struggle to get by. Having to send money home monthly to his chronically ill mother, Micah knew that the easiest way to earn a good salary was to move to London and chase his dreams. When he comes across Weston, a new regular at the restaurant. He prejudges him just like the rest. Dressed in a different designer suit every visit, freshly polished shoes and a bunch of new clients. Micah knows exactly what he is like. Except Weston is determined to change Micah's mind on his overpowering opinions towards him and prove that he rightfully earned his successes by helping him get his own.

Stay (M×M) ✔ by sweetcaressesofmay

You love your best friend, he doesn't love you back. He has met a girl, a pretty little thing, he's in love with her. He's your only friend, but he has new friends. They're toxic and no good for you, either of you. They treat you like sh*t, and when you get treated like sh*t often enough, you start to believe it's what you deserve. And before you know it, you're drowning. You're drowning in deep, cold water. William and Aydan have been inseparable for ten years, due to an arrangement William's wealthy dad made to make sure his asocial son has at least one friend. During those years William has secretly fallen in love with Aydan. Once Aydan starts going out with a girl named Claudia, William wants to keep his friend close even if it hurts. Soon things start to change between them and Aydan's first love has more dangerous consequences than anyone could have guessed. CW: violence, depression 2020 (original), 2021 (edited)

To Be A Carnivore by ERS_emiko

Emmanuel "Emmeth" Louis Philips becomes entangled in the lives of two powerful men - a nephew and his uncle conversely, the boss and an important client respectively. Emmeth is stuck between Justin Myles - his younger selfish bratty child king of a boss and the older brooding duke with a cold streak, big shot CEO Richard King. Emmeth discovers that rather than the path of a prince charming, he must cross a thorny path to become a carnivore.

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In The Mountains (Gunner and Kit) (mxm) by Clanmoore

Horace and Harry are twins by birth but opposite in every other way. Harry is a charming heartbreaker, a star, and a flirt. Horace, Kit to his friends, is a recluse by choice, his only love is his work. Kit has always been content with how things are until his brother needs him. With a killer on the loose, Harry's life is in danger. In a daring move, Kit decides to step into his brother's shoes to lure the assailant away from his vulnerable twin. The plan is straightforward-Kit will take refuge in his brother's vacation house, and the killer will follow. But as Kit gets immersed in this perilous charade, he finds himself entangled in an unexpected romance with the caretaker of the mountain retreat. Gunner North took on the role of a caretaker at a luxurious mountain mansion to earn extra cash. His goal is to save enough to turn his dream of owning a hunting lodge and bed and breakfast into a reality. But as he tends to the property, he realizes that his true desire is not the house or the car-it's the enigmatic owner, Kit. Despite Kit's initial resistance, Gunner's determination is unwavering. Like the mountains that surround them, he is steadfast and enduring. Gunner won't rest until Kit is in his arms.

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Love Unexpected (MM)

Morgan is the epitome of rainbows and sunshine. His favourite part of the day is knowing he can spread his positivity to his loved ones. Beyond his crazy stories and fluorescent wardrobe, he's a guy of warmth and comfort. Brooks is going through the toughest time of his life. Whilst running a multi-million pound company and finalising a divorce after finding his husband in bed with someone else, he struggles to keep an optimistic mind for the future. He swears off falling in love again and vows to spend the rest of his life alone. When Brooks desperately needs an assistant to help with his chaotic workload, Morgan comes bounding into his life like a bowling ball wrapped up in Christmas lights. Brooks has never met anyone like Morgan before and has his patience tested wildly on a daily basis. But when Brooks looks into Morgan's vibrant and colourful life, he wonders how different everything would be if he allowed himself to be happy. Especially when his life started becoming a lot brighter since Morgan walked into it. What to expect: - CEO x assistant - grumpy x sunshine - millionaire - mental health rep - cheating ex and trust issues - forced proximity - jealousy/angst (lots of it) - spicy scenes - dual POV