Social Intelligence

“Just give in, Catalina,” Theodore urged. No way was I going to. After the worst night of my life, the last thing I planned to do was accept his ridiculous proposal. I mean, who coaches a grown man on how to win his fiancée? “I’ll help you find your son,” he added as I walked away. I froze, his car stopping alongside me. “You need my help as much as I need yours. Don’t be stubborn.” Frustration burned through me. “Why would you want me? Didn’t you see what happened with my family? I’m the villain here!” Theodore stepped out, closing the distance. When his fingers brushed mine, I sucked in a sharp breath. He grinned. “Well, in my story, everyone gets a second chance.” His thumb traced my knuckles, eyes playful but intent. “Even the villain.” ------------------------------------------------------- Catalina Rodriguez has always been the black sheep of the wealthy Rodriguez family. Having lost her mother before she opened her eyes to the world, Catalina did her best to survive even if it meant making a deal with her cunning stepmother. But all that changed when she fell into a trap and almost got thrown from the house. Then she meets Theodore Knight, a very sexy man with blue eyes who needs her help. After saving Catalina from her father's wrath, Theodore is drawn to her wit, charm, and fierce intelligence, which leads him to offer her a proposal; help him win back his ex-girlfriend from his uncle, and in return, he would help her find the son she lost years ago. But one drunken night leads to an even bigger mess: they wake up married. Will Catalina and Theodore really be able to pull through a year pretending to be in love with no strings attached?

Elias Moreau aurait dû être l’héritier légitime de Moreau Industries, l’une des entreprises les plus influentes du pays. Mais à cause de son handicap – il est sourd depuis la mort de son père– il a toujours été relégué aux marges de la société, considéré comme inapte à diriger. À la mort de son père, son demi-frère Adrien, rusé et impitoyable, s’empare du pouvoir et fait tout pour le maintenir à l’écart. Cantonné à un poste insignifiant dans les archives, Elias subit en silence les humiliations de son frère et des actionnaires, qui le méprisent ouvertement. Mais derrière son apparente passivité, il observe, analyse et attend le bon moment pour frapper. Lorsque Adrien pousse l’humiliation trop loin en le convoquant à une réunion pour se moquer de lui publiquement, Elias comprend qu’il est temps de changer les règles du jeu. Il n’a peut-être pas de voix, mais il possède une intelligence redoutable et une patience à toute épreuve. Avec l’aide inattendue d’alliés au sein de l’entreprise – et en exploitant les failles de son frère – Elias entame une ascension discrète mais implacable. Son objectif est clair : reprendre ce qui lui revient de droit et faire tomber Adrien de son piédestal. Dans un monde où le pouvoir se mesure en apparences et en manipulations, Elias prouve que le silence peut être l’arme la plus dangereuse.

Hayami is a rebellious girl despite being 31 years old, but all this is because she had a painful past when she was about to get married and was betrayed by the one she thought was the love of her life, Ivan, a boy of a much lower social class than Hayami, and for whom she begged her father to be by his side. After this betrayal, she decided to leave Mexico and try to continue her life, living it a little crazy; After 10 years abroad and already with her 31 years, she returns to Mexico, where after a night of passion with someone who at first thought it would be a complete stranger was complicated to learn that this was Noah, the fiancé of her younger sister Isabel, but these boyfriends about to marry kept an agreement for this, which is affected by the bride, this situation brought the breakup of the commitment of Isabel and Noah. The relationship between Hayami and Noah was not the best, they were always trying to annoy each other even though both of them thought they had had the best night of their lives. The return and meeting with Ivan makes Hayami's life a real chaos as she seeks to humiliate him as he had done with her in the past, this revenge also dragged Noah, Hayami will be in a very confusing situation for her, but that will change her life forever.

Aurore, jeune femme lumineuse et pleine de gratitude pour la vie simple qu’elle mène dans sa petite maison de campagne avec ses parents, voit son univers bouleversé lorsqu’elle décide de quitter ce havre de paix pour poursuivre ses études universitaires à plusieurs centaines de kilomètres de chez elle. Bien que l’idée de s’éloigner de sa famille lui serre le cœur, elle est déterminée à réaliser son rêve d’indépendance et d’épanouissement personnel. À la fac, Aurore, bien que simple et modeste, se distingue par sa personnalité rayonnante et son regard authentique sur la vie. Un jour, lors d’une rencontre fortuite à un événement étudiant, elle croise le regard de Damien, un PDG fortuné de 30 ans, mystérieusement charismatique et bien plus âgé qu’elle. Intriguée par sa sérénité et son ambition, elle découvre peu à peu que derrière son succès se cache un homme en quête de vérité et de simplicité, loin des artifices de son monde d’affaires. L’alchimie entre Aurore et Damien est immédiate, mais leur relation naissante devra surmonter de nombreux obstacles : la différence de statut social, les attentes de la famille d’Aurore, et la pression de la vie professionnelle de Damien. En s’éloignant de la bulle protectrice de sa famille et en s’aventurant dans un monde de luxe et de pouvoir, Aurore doit réconcilier son amour de la vie simple et son désir de vivre une histoire d’amour authentique, loin des artifices du monde qui l’entoure. Peu à peu, à travers leurs rencontres et leurs échanges, Aurore et Damien découvrent qu’une véritable histoire d’amour peut naître là où on s’y attend le moins. Mais le chemin vers une vie commune, simple et pleine de sens, s’avérera semé d’embûches.

When 17-year-old Juniper Torres transfers from Barcelona to the elite halls of Daleton Prep, she hopes for a fresh start and a chance to blend in quietly. But from the moment she steps into the historic, high-status school, she realizes she’s anything but invisible. As the only child of a cancer-researcher parents who relocate to New York for a high-stakes medical fellowship, Juniper is immediately overwhelmed by the posh crowd, designer accessories, and the mysterious hierarchy of the school’s students—especially the notorious Daleton Boys, a trio of dangerously charming and powerful guys who seem to rule the campus like kings. Things shift when she befriends Jasmine, a quirky, kind scholarship student who helps her navigate the minefield of social circles, secrets, and silent wars. But Juniper’s curiosity is piqued—especially when she locks eyes with Grayson Barrington, the icy and magnetic leader of the Daleton Boys, rumored to have a dark past and a murder charge lurking in his history. As Juniper gets pulled deeper into their world—balancing friendship, fear, and fascination—she must decide whether to play it safe or risk everything to uncover the truth behind Grayson’s secrets… and maybe her own.

In an alternate universe reminiscent of the Regency era, Isabella unexpectedly appears on the doorstep of Damian’s estate with shocking news: his late brother had a three-year-old daughter, Jane, born to Isabella’s now-deceased sister. Having taken on the responsibility of raising her niece after her sister’s passing, Isabella is determined to secure a proper future for the child. Stunned by the revelation, Damian offers Isabella and Jane a place in his estate, ensuring the girl receives the care and upbringing she deserves. Initially hesitant to leave behind the life she knows, Isabella ultimately agrees, realizing it is in Jane’s best interest. As they navigate their new life together, an undeniable bond begins to form between Damian and Isabella. However, their growing affection is soon threatened by a buried secret from Isabella’s past—one that could shatter their relationship and jeopardize Jane’s future. Now, Damian and Isabella must overcome the trials ahead to protect those they hold dear and fight for the love they never expected to find. “Fate: Sweet little cheat” is a tale of unexpected twists, the power of love, and the strength of forgiveness, set against a backdrop of elegant balls and the rigid social norms of an alternative Regency era.

Jake Monroe, heir to the Monroe Shipping fortune, boards the luxury cruise ship Royal with his ambitious parents. His father, Miles, is determined to find Jake a wealthy wife to expand their business empire. He dismisses a modestly dressed young woman as unsuitable—a "gold digger" beneath their social class. Against his father's wishes, Jake is drawn to this mysterious woman, who turns out to be Amity Jenkins, a world-renowned violinist performing under a stage name. Playing her unique transparent violin called the Crystal Voice, Amity captivates audiences with haunting melodies that speak of rebellion and longing for freedom. Both Jake and Amity are secretly struggling against their families' expectations. Jake yearns to marry for love rather than money, while Amity has been hiding her true identity as an heiress to Jenkins-Whitmore Industries, one of Monroe Shipping's biggest rivals. She's created this separate musical life to escape the politics of high society and prove herself through talent rather than inherited wealth. Their growing connection is complicated by family pressure, class assumptions, and hidden truths. Jake's father pushes him toward "suitable" matches like Rebecca Ashford, while Amity's brother Liam tracks her down, demanding she return to the family business. Past betrayals have left Amity wary of trust, especially from someone in Jake's social circle. As the ship sails toward the Mediterranean, both must decide whether to continue living the lives their families have planned or risk everything for authentic connection and self-determination. Their story unfolds against the backdrop of maritime luxury, where appearances deceive and true identity lies beneath the surface.

“Run, Lylah! Run before they decide death suits you better!” Cast out. Betrayed. Branded as the enemy. Once the cherished daughter of Beta Dalton, Lylah Crossbow’s life crumbled when her father was executed for treason he never committed. Branded an outcast and scorned by her own pack, Lylah endures cruelty and isolation under her aunt’s oppressive rule. Her only comfort? Ethan, a fellow omega equally cast aside. But destiny doesn’t care about social rank or shattered hearts. It rips Lylah from the shadows and throws her into the merciless spotlight when a disastrous mating ball reveals her as the fated mate of Alpha Harris. Rejected and exiled, Lylah finds herself wandering the wilds, fighting for survival. Yet salvation comes from the most unexpected place—a ruthless pack ruled by a man thought dead. Lylah must navigate betrayal, ambition, and a war threatening to engulf everything she once knew. As secrets unravel and alliances are tested, Lylah must find the strength to rise from the ashes of her past. Because this time, she’s not just fighting for herself. She’s fighting for revenge. And she’s not fighting alone.

Undercover Hearts is a contemporary romance thriller featuring two professional liars who find themselves investigating the same crime from opposite sides. Sophia Chen is an investigative journalist who goes undercover as "Sophia Sterling.” She poses as a wealthy tech heiress to infiltrate Platinum Connections. An exclusive matchmaking service where wealthy clients are mysteriously dying or losing their fortunes. She believes owner Marcus Blackwood is running a blackmail and murder scheme. Marcus Blackwood is an undercover FBI agent. He co-owns the business as part of a long-term federal operation, with his childhood friend Elena Vasquez handling day-to-day operations. When Sophia appears, Marcus suspects she has ulterior motives. Neither realizes they're both good guys pursuing the same case—or that Elena is the real villain orchestrating everything from the shadows. The story follows their immediate, intense attraction as they circle each other with growing suspicion and undeniable chemistry. Both are expert lie-detectors thrown off balance by someone who matches their intelligence and perception. Through disastrous client dates, psychological evaluations, and increasingly personal conversations, they engage in a dangerous dance of deception while fighting feelings that threaten to compromise their respective missions.

Samantha Lynn, a smart and ambitious woman with high aspirations, was born to be brave. Despite the challenges life threw her way, she persevered in her career until she met the enigmatic and cold CEO, Yzak Elasia Henriad, known for his icy exterior and sharp business acumen. Yzak was intrigued by Samantha's confidence and creativity. As his employee, Yzak found himself increasingly obsessed with Samantha, unable to resist her charm, intelligence, and determination. As his obsession grew, Samantha's life became desirable, but she began to question whether Yzak's intentions were driven by love or a desire for control. Would she be able to navigate this complex web of power and desire, or would Yzak's obsession consume her?