The Rival Hypothesis

Aria Foster has always stood out-not just for her sharp wit and unapologetic confidence, but for dreaming bigger than anyone around her. For her, science is more than grades; it's a way to change the world. But college isn't just experiments and lectures. It's relentless rivalry, especially with Ryan Clark-the brilliant, precise, awkward genius set on joining NASA.

They've spent years battling over test scores, research grants, and the spotlight. No one pushes Aria's buttons quite like Ryan, and he's never let anyone challenge his logic-until now.

She's daring and unpredictable; he's orderly and disciplined. Both stand on the edge of their dreams, unwilling to lose to the other.

One challenge. Two enemies. And a dangerous hypothesis that could blur the line between rivalry and desire-an experiment neither of them is prepared to survive.

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"You love testing me, don't you?" he mutters, grip tightening around her waist.

"Maybe I just like watching you lose control," she teases, her lips inches from his.

His breath hitches, but his tone stays dangerous. "Careful. You won't like what happens when I finally snap."

She leans in, whispering against his mouth. "Try it. I dare you."