Robert Cialdini Influence: The Psychology Of Persuasion

Wyatt Roberts, CEO of a successful food company in the Philippines, had wealth, good looks, and power, but lacked love. A past heartbreak had built strong walls around his heart. He was serious, and his employees were intimidated by him. His peaceful life was upset by his ex-girlfriend, the daughter of a powerful business partner of his company, who kept trying to get him to marry her. Desperate, Wyatt asked his new secretary, Effie Cynara, to pretend to be his girlfriend. Feeling pressured, Effie agreed to a one-month fake relationship, hoping to quickly end the problem. But being around each other started to change Wyatt. Effie's kindness, strength, and positive attitude brought back feelings he thought were gone. Their fake relationship became real and risky. Wyatt liked Effie, even though she was counting down the days until their agreement ended. Their growing feelings threatened to ruin their plan. Could Wyatt overcome his fear of being hurt again and take a chance on love with Effie? Or would the end of their agreement and his past hurt keep him alone, even though his heart was opening up to the woman who just wanted to escape his complicated life? The situation was serious, and time was running out.

My nanny, Lucci Eyre, liked to call herself an independent, modern woman. She used to tell me every day to be self-reliant, do my own laundry and cooking, take care of the kids by myself, and even suggested that I divorce my husband. Later on, I found out that she was actually a social media influencer. Without asking for my permission, she made a series of videos trying to make me look pathetic as a Stepford wife. She also stole my jewelry and clothes. After I fired her, she accused me in the live stream of being a rival female competitor and pandering to men. Then one of her crazy fans tricked her way into my home and poisoned me. When I woke up again, I was reborn to the day I discovered that her social media account had millions of followers. ‘Since you're so into live streaming and making short videos, why not show everyone who you really are and let them see the independent woman that you are?’

***Arielle*** ‎He shattered my innocence. He introduced me to his world of danger and desire. He consumed every part of me. ‎ ‎But I saw the deepest parts of him—the parts he never showed to the world, and my defenses crumbled. ‎ ‎We were never meant for each other. A forbidden attraction, that's what it was. My family feared his influence would destroy me. But I didn't care. ‎ ‎And even when the lines between family, politics, and mafia clans blur, I'd still choose him over and over again. ‎ ‎He is Gabriel Flynn. ‎Also known as Luciano Russo. ‎ ‎***Gabriel*** ‎I was given a task by my grandfather—to watch Arielle, to protect her. I took on the task, which soon became a hobby. The hobby turned into an obsession, and eventually, a day can't go by without me stalking my precious innocent Arielle. ‎

When Executive Director, Lucio Delevonte, walks in on his employee, Lisa using supernatural powers he wasn't in Knowledge of, He proposes an offer. "I'll protect you from the crazy scientists with my power and money, In turn, you have to protect me from my preying competitors" But when business gets mixed with pleasure one night, neither knows what will happen next. This is a truly hot office romance between a billionaire and his assistant that's worth reading.

She just turned 23. Fair, beautiful and smart. The young Felicia Springs is a psychology student, intern in her mentor office, Mrs. Grey. A normal and interestingly sunny morning, for a day that will mark the beginning of an implausible story. Because indeed, he will show up at the office, the mysterious and handsome Nate Sullivan. A patient whose evolution seems pretty encouraging but who will come that day with more than strange confessions about his last night. The puzzled look of the damsel will encounter the young werewolf's one, and both of them will see their fates being tied by an irresistible mystical attraction named "The Influence" Now called to be the next Alpha and Luna of the Newcastle pack, the beauty and the wolf will go through a deadly and exciting adventure because of their opposing natures It's toxic, it's passionate but above all, it is dangerous. This is not for the faint hearted.

Sophia's an orphan world is turned upside down when her uncle's gambling debts force her into a marriage with the arrogant and wealthy Italian billionaire Alexander who is required to get married according to his grandfather’s will before he can fully inherit the family fortune. Leaving behind her boyfriend Liam, Sophia finds herself in a loveless and suffocating relationship with a man who sees her as nothing more than a contract. As Sophia struggles to adapt to her new life, she longs for the love her parents shared and feels more alone than ever before. Just when she thinks things can't get any worse, she discovers that Liam is engaged to someone else, and her heart is shattered. But as Sophia spends more time with Alexander, their relationship begins to change. Despite their rocky start, they begin to see each other in a new light, and Sophia starts to wonder if there's more to Alexander than meets the eye. However, secrets from his past threaten to tear them apart, and Sophia must decide if their love is worth fighting for. Will Sophia and Alexander ever find love or will their pasts and the contract between them continue to keep them apart?

There came a time in the world of glamour and money. There was a young and wealthy man named James Brookes. James was the only son of Mr and Mrs Williams Brookes. He was an epitome of wealth and success. His family always got what they wanted through deceit and cunning ways. James met a young girl at a business event named Laurie who he became physically attracted to due to her beauty, intelligence and determination. Laurie didn't agree at first but James got her forcefully and deceitfully. They later got married. Meanwhile, James' parents were responsible for the death of Laurie's parents and the downfall of her family. Laurie was unaware of this because she was only 10 when her parent died. She later found out about this after she got married to James. How will Laurie react to this ? Will Laurie be able to get through this ? What will her marriage to James be like after she had heard about all this ?

Eighteen-year-old Bella stands on the brink of adulthood, her life shadowed by haunting nightmares of a bottomless pit, swirling smoke, and glowing silver eyes that feel all too real. As her final year of high school unfolds, the dreams intensify, blurring the line between reality and illusion. With her best friends Ethan and Olivia by her side, a seemingly ordinary Saturday at the mall takes a chilling turn when they encounter the mysterious "District 6" bar—where Bella alone witnesses a brutal vision no one else can see. Torn between her rational mind and an inexplicable pull toward the unknown, Bella must unravel the secrets of her visions before they consume her. Is this the call of the white wolf, or a descent into madness?.

"Marriage was never meant to be a love story. It was simply a transaction. But the heart doesn’t follow the rules." Eliza Foster thought she had no choice. With a sick mother and debts swallowing her family whole, she sees a marriage to Maximilian Grey, a ruthless billionaire, as the only way to survive. Cold, calculating, and emotionally closed off, Maximilian has no use for love. To him, Eliza is nothing more than a pawn in his high-stakes game, a tool to further his empire. But as they begin to live under the same roof, something unexpected stirs between them. Eliza, initially weak and defeated, slowly uncovers a hidden strength that even Maximilian can’t ignore. He begins to see more in her than the fragile woman he thought she was—her tenderness, resilience, and the quiet love she offers without expecting anything in return. As Eliza begins to understand the layers of pain Maximilian hides beneath his cold exterior, questioning everything. Can she continue loving a man who may never return her feelings? Or will Maximilian’s painful past shatter what they are beginning to build? Their marriage was never meant to be about love—but sometimes, the heart has a way of rewriting the rules. Will Maximilian allow himself to love, or will his dark past destroy their chance at happiness? Read now to discover whether love will win or if Eliza’s heart will be left broken.

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