She turned, one last glance to see if Emma had noticed her absence-and slammed into something solid. Heat. Muscle. A heartbeat that wasn't hers. Her breath snagged. Strong hands caught her waist before gravity could claim her. Rougher than expected. Certain in their possession. Sandalwood. Something darker, earthier, curling around her like danger. Her eyes lifted. Steel-gray. Ethan Blackwood. Cold, precise, yet flecks of silver sparked like lightning. One rebellious strand of black hair fell against his temple, defying the order he demanded of everything. Their breaths mingled. Too close. Too charged. "I-I'm sorry..." Scarlett stammered. "Watch your way," he murmured, velvet dragged across steel. His grip lingered just long enough to brand her skin. "How did you get in here?" he asked, voice slicing through the haze. "I-I have an invitation." Her chin lifted. His gaze flicked-mouth, eyes, mouth-before returning to hers. "From where-the recycling bin?" Scarlett laughed sharp, incredulous. "Oh, I see. That's how you got in." A flicker of something-surprise? Admiration?-crossed him, gone as fast as it came. "No one speaks to me like that." "Maybe that's the problem," she countered, stepping closer. "Everything has a first time." He leaned in, dangerously close, voice dropping. "Careful." "Better you be the one," she whispered, daring, fire sparking between them. ** Scarlett: strong-willed, fiery, witty Ethan: commanding, controlled, yet hinting at hidden cracks When Scarlett Landon signs a contract that binds her to the cold, controlling billionaire Ethan Blackwood, she thinks it's just business. But behind the ruthless CEO mask lies a man battling his own demons-and soon, their fake marriage turns into something dangerously real. Two hearts. One contract. A thousand tangled emotions.

~The Fire Series #1 Aarav Malhotra~ Age: 24 years Profession: Lawyer (a cold but hot headed person) Hometown: Delhi (raised between old-money South Delhi) Preeti Singh~ Age: 24 years Profession: Lawyer (bubbly but sharp tongued) Hometown: Delhi (One of the biggest Businessmen's daughter) From the first day of school, they were compared-marks on the notice board, ranks announced in class, praises spoken in the same breath. Every time one stood first, the other stood second. Teachers called it "healthy competition," but to them it felt like war. A single lost mark turned into sleepless nights, whispered taunts, and cold stares across the classroom. Group projects became silent battles, debates turned personal, and applause for one sounded like defeat for the other. By graduation, they didn't remember why they started competing-only that the other's success felt like their own failure. And that's how rivals born in classrooms often grow into enemies: not because of hate at first, but because neither ever learned how to lose. Now, both as successful Lawyers work at the same firm...the school rivalry might have ended but work Rivalry is yet to start...will this hatred bloom into something beautiful or something as ugly as sin?

When Ana confronts her new neighbour after being kept up all night by his sex noises, she's mortified to discover he's none other than Freddie-the police officer who arrested her abusive ex-boyfriend last month. The pair interact only when necessary and do so with light-hearted insults and harmless pranks. But when a baby shows up on his doorstep with a note claiming to be his, Freddie suddenly needs his neighbour for more than just a casual flirt. They think their relationship is platonic, but when their attraction is no longer avoidable, they come up with one rule. Don't kiss. Everything else is up for grabs and if Ana can stick to that one rule, her heart will remain unbroken. She has no desire to fall in love and Freddie simply doesn't have time. They think it's the perfect agreement but when feelings intensify, it becomes clear their plan is failing. Secrets are unveiled. Hearts get broken. Love gets complicated.

In a world obsessed with filters and followers, Dalia was invisible. Chubby, awkward, and always in the shadow of her flawless best friend, she's accepted that love stories just aren't written for girls like her. Until she accidentally ends up in the private bedroom of Advik Khurana - India's hottest celebrity chef and YouTube sensation. What begins as an embarrassing moment spirals into something more than Dalia ever imagined. Late-night baking, stolen glances, shared secrets... and the impossible hope that maybe, just maybe, someone like him could really see someone like her. But fame is a ruthless flame, and when Advik's world collides with hers, Dalia must ask herself the hardest question: Is love enough when the world is watching-and judging?

W A R N I N G//: The first few chapters are terribly bumpy, but I can assure you that once you get past them, the story will gradually get better. * * * Hunter sat next to me in a chilled position, even the way he sat was sexy. And with every chance I got, I would stare at him. Just when I promised myself this would be the last glance, Hunter caught my eyes and let out a chuckle. He started to lean closer to me, causing me to tilt back until I could feel the sofa arm against my back. So close that our lips could touch, I asked, with a shaky voice, "w-what're you doing?" "Giving you a present," Hunter smiled slyly. "Whatever it is, I don't want it," I said, lying. I wanted it badly. "Jen, don't lie." He then dropped a long and passionate kiss on my desperate lips, and all my thoughts faded away immediately. All my strength faded along when our tongues intertwined. With such an intense kiss, I gasped for air, but the kiss went on without a break. * * * Jennifer Anderson's life is both normal and successful. Her sister's wedding is just around the corner, and her boutique is practically booming with success. What better way to turn things upside down than to have her childhood friend, Hunter Manning, come back to town? Copyright © 2014 Credit to @modernism for the amazing cover. Highest rank: #203

"You told them you love me ,huh?" He asks with a raised eyebrows, jaw hardened and eyes narrowed at the shy girl he has hated all his life. She was afraid of his tone,he didn't looked happy with her confession. Was her love going to be unrequited one? "I fuck*** asked you something Ezra! Answer me!" His tone made her gulp,his grip on her arm made her flinch in fear. "Yes" She finally answered looking into his emotionless eyes. Smirking he laughed at her confession,not believing her. "Ezra,do you even know what love is,Oh I almost forgot you are an Orphan,how would you know?" His words were sharp as knife, piercing her healed wounds. She fisted her hands, trying to control her tears. He sighed in frustration running his hand through his hair. "Now mom will not stop till she has made you her daughter in law! Fu**! Why you!" He said ,pacing the room . Oblivion to the tears ,she tried her best to hide. He didn't love her. He never did, she was a fool to even think that he for once did. Hate is all he had for her and those who said hate is the beginning of love,were fools mocking her right now. Gathering the little pride left in her she answers back in a quivering voice. "Yes,I love you. But I don't want anything from you." She says and he stares.Confused at her weird confession. Who says that ? "Nothing you say? Are you playing some brain games girl?" She lowers her eyes and leaves but not before whispering the words that made him feel something after a very long time. "Love is not something to learn ,but to feel Aaron. And I know what I feel. You may name it infatuation and lust,but I proudly call it my selfless love" ....................................................................

"For fucks sake! What did you do?" A very angry voice asks me. Holy shit! That is definitely Dimitri. I can recognize that accent anywhere after our discussion in class today. "Holy shit. I'm so sorry. I thought you were a burglar or a rapist following me," I try to apologize. "Shut the fuck up!" He yells, making me flinch. It quickly shut my mouth up though. I didn't like being talked to like that, but then again, I just sprayed him in the eyes with a fuckin' pepper-spray. _____ Ruby Derman has to attend college 7 hours away from her home and her dad. She quickly falls into place, but a young, angry guy catches her eye in class. However, she quickly finds out it keep away, as she sees how he treats people. He is arrogant and sinister, but she can't ignore the feeling she gets every time they're near each other. What will happen when two completely opposite people find out, that they're actually not that different from each other? Keep reading to find out.

Wafa Zaini hated rich people with a passion. She can't stand them for their arrogance and their self-righteousness. She so happens to be living in a very similar rich people's house, as a servant's daughter. Which is an everyday reminder for her of why she hated them so much. When a circumstance forced her to get married to her master's son, things just got from bad to worse. Shahzaib Hussain hated the concept of love and marriage. His parents' years long failed relationship was just another reminder of why he is better off without being married. But a certain circumstance made him marry his nanny's daughter. He didn't want to stay married to her forever though and he made it very clear to his temporary wife on the first day itself. Of course, she was just temporary and he'll get rid of the situation sooner, Or so he thought. *** Word Count: 73,179

❝Are you bald, babygirl? Is that why you cover your head?❞ The Bully and His Babygirl ❦ An enemy to lovers romance. [#1 in Bully, 01.02.2021] . . . In addition to being looked down by the entire school because of her faith, the school 'badboy'- Zayd is adamant on making Alya's life hell. A project together and a study trip is all it takes for Alya to discover who Zayd really is. And, for Zayd to discover his feelings for Alya that he never realized he had. There's more to Zayd than meets the eye. And Alya is determined to find out what he's hiding. . . . ❝𝐀𝐦 𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲?❞ . . . [ His series : Book 1 ] Highschool Romance; *not a single dull chapter, I swear ;) Note- Idk why Wattpad put a mature tag to this book. This book does not contain mature themes and is suitable for ages 13+ Ranking- #3 in Teenfiction #5 in Chicklit ×2 (06.01.2021) and (08.01.2021) #2 in Bullied (31.01.2021)

Ruth Dunn is a high-class city girl at heart. Her complicated life forces her to move into a new house out in the country, with a new attractive landlord. She can't seem to avoid him - or her haunting past. As Ruth struggles to adapt to country-life, with the help of her landlord Blake, it's only a matter of time until her mistakes catch up to her