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1. 1 步 Falling for You, Step by Step: I’m Done Being Your Substitute 步步沦陷，这替身我不当了 Bright, Gentle Laughter笑语晏晏Modern Romance404k WordsCompleted The Shen family’s heir is notorious for being picky about women, but Xiang Nuan got picked thanks to a face that bore a passing resemblance to his ideal woman. She played the sweet, sensible, innocent girl to perfection, doing her best to fulfill her role as a substitute. Shen Yanshi treated her generously, too. In the two years they were together, she landed plenty of great opportunities, going from an unknown extra to a fairly well-known second-tier actress. Then his one true love came back. X 36.6kReads9.1Score4kShelves

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   This is a really good book. The "white moonlight" ideal is a myth; the female lead is clear-headed and rational, while the male lead is sharp-tongued. He might not be very likable at first, but you really start to like him later, around chapter 100.

2. 2 重 Reborn: The Possessive Second Master Is Disturbingly Devoted to His Wife 重生：偏执二爷宠妻好变态 Wawa Fish哇哇鱼Modern Romance311k WordsCompleted [Reborn] [CEO] [Sweet Romance] [Mutual Firsts] [Childhood Sweethearts] [Unhinged] [Fatherly Love] Who in Jiangcheng doesn't know the fearsome Second Master Qiao, a man who stops at nothing? Yet in the end, he was defeated by her, the ungrateful wretch. Only afterward did she realize: if she hadn't trusted the wrong people and betrayed the Second Master, who loved her to his very core, perhaps she wouldn't have died. She destroyed him, and he tortured her to death. Then she was reborn. Back from 250Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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   Completed, short story, henpecked husband who dotes on his wife, female lead has no secret identity, was picked up and raised by male lead since childhood, male lead is all-powerful, very humble in front of female lead, good read, good read, nightly revelry, haha, lots of kisses.

3. 3 错 After a Flirtatious Misstep, the CEO Loses Control 错撩后，总裁失控 Big Meat Bun大肉包子啊Modern Romance564k WordsCompleted Korean and Thai translations available / Short drama now streaming [Shrewd, emotionally reserved CEO who’s hopelessly in love vs. intelligent secretary with a mysterious past] An accident carefully plotted in advance left her parents dead. Taken in by the boy she liked, she was met with endless resentment and bullying… Xiao Tongyu’s life was a complete mess. After graduating from university, she joined the Ji Group, driven by a petty desire for revenge, and became the personal secretary to the 16.5kReads9.3Score2kShelves

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   🍉Domineering CEO and Beautiful Wife. The first book features a domineering CEO and a beautiful secretary. The initial phase is a bit cruel to the wife, but the later phase is a rollercoaster of emotions as the husband tries to win her back. It's a mix of sweet and angsty moments, with excellent detail. The second book features a domineering CEO and a beautiful woman. They have a whirlwind marriage, and the woman is incredibly talented—she's skilled in medicine, witchcraft, hacking, and martial arts. She's quite impressive. Her relationship with the CEO is like a sweet, whirlwind romance. There are multiple couples, each with their own unique characteristics. The detailed descriptions are also strong, and the imagined scenarios are simply too beautiful to resist.

4. 4 闪 After Their Flash Marriage, the Arrogant CEO Sheng Humbly Begs for Her Affection 闪婚后，傲娇盛总卑微求宠 Ignorant and Fearless无知无畏Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted A refined, abstinent, cold-faced CEO turns into a domineering wife-spoiler after marriage. Sheng Qing, head of the Sheng family, was twenty-eight and had never touched a woman. To avoid being pressured into marriage, he fled abroad. On his one trip back to China, a twist of fate led him to lose his virginity to the legitimate daughter of the Luo family, who had only just been brought back from the countryside. After a night of passion, he was hooked and vowed to keep her by his side, indulging h 12.9kReads9.3Score1.6kShelves
5. 5 爱 Love Blossoms in the Dust 爱在尘埃中绽放 Rock Sugar Cherry冰糖车厘子Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Yu Ke has returned after disappearing for five years when she was kidnapped. She thought her husband would be overcome with joy and excitement when he saw her. But to her surprise, he had long since reported her missing under the pretext of an accident, obtained a death certificate, and married a rich heiress to start a new family. At a banquet, the heiress humiliates Yu Ke in front of everyone, reopening her wounds, spreading lies about her, and cursing her for not having died out there. Yet he 19.4kReads9.1Score2.4kShelves

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   It's a classic domineering CEO novel, with the usual domineering CEO tropes, but that doesn't stop it from being enjoyable.

6. 6 囚 Prisoner of Desire: Forced Love 囚身之欲：强制爱 Zhao Shenshenkoala赵深深koalaModern Romance723k WordsCompleted [Anti-Stockholm syndrome, deranged domineering business tycoon x clear-headed policewoman, both pure, one-on-one] Su Yulu was taken by her best friend to an upscale club. She never expected to offend Bo Sihan, the crown prince of Beijing's elite circle. She endured the most humiliating night of her life, and her peaceful existence was turned upside down. Everyone knows Bo Sihan as aloof and refined, with Buddhist prayer beads always in hand. What they don't know is that he's a beast in a suit wi 2.8kReads9.0Score193Shelves

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   A domineering CEO wants to imprison both the female lead's body and her heart. The female lead, with her clear head, fights back, and their story unfolds in a dramatic and turbulent way. The female lead becomes pregnant, causing the male lead to marry someone else. In this complex web of love and torment, the male lead uses love to mend his broken self, and in the end, they embrace.

7. 7 予 Getting Addicted to You 予你入瘾 Miaoyiyi妙仪仪Modern Romance242k WordsOngoing [The First Time] Lu Shiyan said to Su Wan with a cold expression, “This is the first time, and it'll be the last.” [Later] The second time, the third time... Su Wan cursed him furiously in her heart: What a bastard. Men really can't be trusted. Many years later, Lu Shiyan looked at Su Wan, asleep beside him, and sighed to himself: As expected, getting involved with the same woman more than three times really does lead to trouble. Su Wan thought she was just an unexpected episode in his life 685Reads—Score100Shelves

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   This is really beautiful!

8. 8 千 A Heiress's Flames of Revenge 千金的复仇烈焰 3A Dyson Sphere3A戴森球Modern Romance370k WordsOngoing My stepmother and her two daughters teamed up to seize the family fortune worth tens of billions, then slapped the label “pretty but useless” on me and threw me out! They called me delusional, and even my stepmother’s servants dared to walk all over me. “You’re just a little girl. What makes you think you can fight for the family fortune?” They didn’t know I’d already hidden the deadly trump card my father left behind! I take down my stepmother, reclaim the chairman’s seat, and send her lackey s —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   She was once suppressed by her stepmother and stepsisters, and was scolded for overestimating herself. But the protagonist was prepared. Her father's fatal trump card became the key to her turn the tables. Her revenge and slapping of faces were incredibly satisfying, and the business empire ultimately became hers!

9. 9 灰 The Gray Lotus 灰莲花 Clouds of Rough Noodles Again又见糙面云Modern Romance819k WordsCompleted [A textbook case of realist business warfare + a deeply romantic, top-tier intellectual romance] The world has gone mad. A top-tier rich, handsome young heir is forced to compete with his wealthy wife for a lover... “If she likes me and I like her too, then we’ll each have to prove ourselves.” The male lead is loaded with resources and comes with every advantage, while the female lead has brains and beauty and rises from humble beginnings. A textbook case of realist business warfare, arranged fa 36.4kReads9.4Score4.3kShelves

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   This year's best-written intelligent romance novel featuring two strong leads. The only problem is the lack of a substitute. The author's cultural background is exceptionally profound; the business battles are incredibly thrilling, and the romance is remarkably delicate. It's more suitable for seasoned readers who have read countless books—you'll understand what true wealth and power are like after reading it. The male lead is madly in love, and the female lead is also brilliant. It's suitable for readers with discerning tastes, offering a unique and unconventional extreme tension. The pacing is steady, starting slowly but building up to a sweeter finish. The scope is grand, and it will give you a mental boost. The plot takes off after chapter ten; you'll thank me after you finish reading.

10. 10 我 I Became My Ex's Mother-in-Law 我给前任当丈母娘 August Witch八月女巫Modern Romance1.4M WordsCompleted The short drama based on this novel, Uncle, I Only Want to Take Advantage of You, is now streaming. Starring Yu Long and Yang Mie Mie. [Older Man Romance] [Sweet Everyday Romance] [Powerful CEO] [Lighthearted and Funny] [No Angst, No Saintly Heroine] [No Affair] [No Stand-In] I showed up dressed to the nines at my ex-boyfriend's engagement party. He thought I'd come to ruin the event, but I smiled kindly and said, "We're family from now on, so there's no need to be so formal. Just call me Auntie 13.6kReads9.0Score1.3kShelves

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    The author's writing style deserves high praise; it flows incredibly smoothly and is effortless to read. Although the plot involves family feuds, it's not heavy at all; instead, the author makes it both funny and engaging. The romance between the male and female leads develops gradually, sweet without being cloying, and the ending is perfectly satisfying.

11. 11 带 She Ran Away While Pregnant and Vanished for Five Years. Now the Abstinent Tycoon Wants to Make Their Relationship Official 带球跑消失五年，禁欲大佬求名分 Luo Yin in Blue Robes青衫洛隐Modern Romance337k WordsCompleted [Reunion after years apart + rekindled love + groveling to win her back + devoted only to each other + chaste] On the very first day Su Nian returns to her hometown, she runs into the person she hates most and least wants to see. Back in college, Su Nian met Fu Jinyan, the golden boy, and became his secret lover. Just as she dreamed of marrying him and becoming Mrs. Fu in the open, her grandmother passed away, and Fu Jinyan was somehow involved. She left him with a parting threat and went abroad 719Reads6.7Score102Shelves

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    A sweet story about a long-awaited reunion.

12. 12 祁 Mr. Qi, May We Never Meet Again! 祁先生，后会无期！ Broad-Minded and Strong心宽体棒Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Short drama now streaming] Guan Min died saving Guan Hua. Gentle and kind, Guan Min made rebellious Guan Hua look like a complete delinquent. Guan Hua, with her terrible reputation, made Qi Zhanzhi, who loved Guan Min, marry her. Gripping her by the throat, Qi Zhanzhi snarled, “Why couldn’t it have been you who died!” But later, Qi Zhanzhi climbed the mountain on his knees, bowing at every step until he reached Qiyuan Palace. Before the statue of the Buddha Tathagata of the Three Treasures, he 8.1kReads8.8Score548Shelves

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    It's really heartbreaking, and it seems like the ending for the female lead's daughter was also very tragic 🥺🥺

13. 13 虐 He Torments Her, Soothes Her, and Spoils Her! Huo Goes Off the Rails After Falling in Love 虐她哄她宠她！霍少恋爱后精分了 Weiwei微微Modern Romance1.6M WordsCompleted Five years ago, she begged him to believe her, but he wouldn’t give her the time of day. Five years later, she’s willing to remain unmarried for the rest of her life, but he won’t stop chasing after her. 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is really good! There are many young couples, and it's a bit heart-wrenching, but it's not just one person who suffers. Although there are many misunderstandings, they eventually resolve their inner conflicts. Highly recommended! ❤️

14. 14 蓄 A Calculated Marriage: The Cold Rose Is the Big Shot's Most Cherished One 蓄谋强娶！清冷玫瑰是大佬心尖宠 Jiang Fufu蒋福福Modern Romance300k WordsCompleted [Cool, calculating actress × ruthless, possessive power player] [The powerful one bows his head + both leads are inexperienced + contract marriage + satisfying wealthy-family drama + substitute romance] ~ Mu Beizhan, the head of one of Country A’s top families, wields immense power and is ruthless. He is tall and strikingly handsome. Everyone thinks there’s no way this big shot could fall for a pretty face. ~ Han Yangyu, a wealthy heiress who ran away from home, is a low-ranking actress in the e 66Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Push! ...

15. 15 龙 Why Won't Mr. Long Check Out? 龙总为何不退房 Fan Bai饭白Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [The short drama adaptation, Couple Play, has been scheduled for release! Tune in to Tencent Video on March 27!] The Zhulang Oster Royal Hotel is the only hotel in the world that caters exclusively to domineering CEOs. Long Qing owns the hotel and is the most domineering CEO of them all. They say no one can work for Long Qing for more than three months, but Yu Xianxian has lasted three years. Long Qing: “I want the hotel’s full guest list in three seconds.” Yu Xianxian: “Right away, Mr. Long.” 1.4kReads9.0Score159Shelves

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    This is the ultimate domineering CEO!

16. 16 蚀 A Love That Cuts to the Bone 蚀骨危情 Qi Lao You淇老游Modern Romance753k WordsCompleted Xia Weiming died, and Shen Xiujin personally sent Jian Tong to a women’s prison. During her three years behind bars, Shen Xiujin’s order to “take good care of her” changed Jian Tong beyond recognition. She was even “persuaded to donate a kidney” while in prison. Before she went in, Jian Tong said, “I didn’t kill her.” Shen Xiujin remained unmoved. After her release, Jian Tong said, “I killed Xia Weiming. I’m guilty.” Shen Xiujin’s face turned livid. “Shut up! Don’t let me hear you say that again 68.3kReads9.2Score5.1kShelves

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    The first book was a bit angsty, but the rest are all sweet, the kind that's sickeningly sweet!! Highly recommended! I've finished all of them except the second one, they're really good! The third one is absolutely amazing! Don't be fooled by the title; it's incredibly sweet! You really have to stick with the third one!!

17. 17 直 After My Pregnancy Sickness Went Viral on Livestream, the World Started Searching for My Baby’s Father 直播孕吐后，全球都在找孩子他爸 Yun Xiangzhi云香稚Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Animated Series Now Available] [Two Top-Tier Stars + Variety Show Livestream + Pregnancy + Secret Marriage, Both Chaste, Very Sweet with No Angst] Top-tier actress Mu Qianran joined a dating variety show with the goal of finding herself a boyfriend. But then she threw up in front of tens of millions of viewers! The whole world began searching for the child's father! Only Mu Qianran was worried she might give birth to a little control freak or a little obsessive maniac. * Bai Yu, the uncrowned k 16.5kReads9.4Score1.3kShelves
18. 18 温 Nurturing Roses 温养玫瑰 The Arrogant Sweet Romance Killer不可一世的甜文杀手Modern Romance145k WordsCompleted A genius girl with bipolar disorder × a refined, devoted CEO Content warning: The heroine is imperfect because of her mental illness! She can be a little obsessive, but this is absolutely a sweet romance! No vicious rival, and the hero is devoted and faithful. Blurb: “What’s the matter, Young Master Xiao? Did your little queen scratch you again?” a friend teased at a gathering of wealthy young men in the capital, sending everyone into fits of laughter. The man sitting in the middle held a ci 376Reads9.3Score100Shelves
19. 19 病 The Yandere's Captive Darling: Sweet and Cute, Yet Fierce 病娇囚宠：小娇宝又奶又凶 Ming Yueyun明月云Modern Romance252k WordsCompleted [New story is out, with another super-sweet, adorable little darling.] [Super soft, cute, and lovable little darling × Noble, aloof, and dangerously devoted big shot. Sweet romance + everyone’s favorite] What should you do if you find a kitten? Of course, throw it away. A certain master hates furry little animals more than anything. Cat Luoluo says she can do it all: act cute, beg sweetly, anything she can think of, as long as she gets something to eat. That silly little kitty is too dumb. He do 319Reads8.6Score100Shelves
20. 20 总 The CEO Is on Top 总裁在上 Jiang Xiaoya姜小牙Modern Romance3.5M WordsCompleted “You stole my genes and think you can just walk away?” He captures her and demands the baby she gave birth to three years ago. She never had a baby? Then she'll just have to get pregnant again! Caught in a possessive CEO's ruthless pursuit of love, she can't fight back and gradually falls for him. Fine, she'll give birth to the baby and hand it over to him, then leave! But he ties her up and throws her onto the bed, blazing with fury. “Woman, who said we'd only have one?” 17.3kReads9.3Score2.3kShelves

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    It's melodramatic and addictive; a must-watch for domineering CEOs!

21. 21 京 Seduction in the Capital at Night 京夜诱欲 Golden Treasure金财宝Modern Romance152k WordsCompleted [Complete] Sweet, gentle heiress vs. powerful Beijing business tycoon Breaking news! A top Beijing tycoon is a lovesick puppy! Who would have thought that he was the mysterious tycoon who had been investing in Shi Yuzhi for years? After a banquet, she impulsively married Mu Yichen. He granted every request Shi Yuzhi made, and everything went almost too smoothly. Shi Yuzhi discovered that Yijing Garden had already been filled with limited-edition auction pieces before she even moved in. She 75Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Classic domineering CEO romance novel + love at first sight, premeditated.

22. 22 霸 The Domineering CEO Falls for Her: A Starfall Romance 霸道总裁爱上她之星降奇缘 Zheng Yuanhui郑元惠Modern Romance328k WordsCompleted The stars light the way, the sun gives way. Fair-skinned and beautiful, with long legs, she’s wild, cool, and utterly dazzling! The wolf must have been drunk to invite a lamb into its den. As for the two of them, no one could have guessed what came next: love at first sight, vomiting blood at the second, an assassination attempt at the third, poisoning at the fourth, falling into a pit at the fifth, dissection at the sixth, brainwashing at the seventh, an explosion at the eighth, plunging into t —Reads—Score—Shelves
23. 23 暗 Stealing Kisses in the Dead of Night 暗夜偷欢 Young Master Ximen西门少爷Modern Romance840k WordsCompleted [One-on-one, angst before sweetness, a mad and obsessive domineering CEO] In her previous life, she did everything she could to escape Nanchuan and marry his uncle, Gong Ye. In the end, her heart and eyes were cut out, and she died a gruesome death. Reborn on the night they broke up, she vows never to leave him again in this life, and to make him pay! But Gong Ye suddenly falls hopelessly in love with her. The more she hurts him, the more he loves her... Nanchuan: “You're mine. Let him die!” Gon 19.9kReads9.0Score1.5kShelves

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    A bittersweet story, it's captivating. The character is obsessive and deeply in love—I absolutely adore him. The male lead is a little arrogant; even a powerful man like him would go to the moon to find a woman he truly desires.

24. 24 偏 The Possessive Huo Lord's Little Flirt Is Being Clingy Again 偏执霍爷的小撩精又撒娇了 Autumn Firefly秋流萤Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted In her previous life, Yu Anning was betrayed by her family and friends. She fell ill and chose to die, never expecting the man whose obsession with her had become an addiction to follow her to the grave. Back two years in the past, Yu Anning only wanted to have a proper relationship with Huo Ci. The rest of those nobodies could get lost. In front of everyone, Yu Anning pretended to be drunk and threw herself into the arms of the ruthless, coldhearted eldest young master of the Huo family. “Huo C 2.9kReads9.2Score385Shelves

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    The domineering CEO is undeniable.

25. 25 小 The Little Prodigy Is an All-Round Expert 小祖宗她是全能大佬 Autumn Firefly秋流萤Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Su Mian, who grew up an orphan, turns out to be the eldest daughter of the Jiang family in the capital. They say Su Mian is just a country bumpkin: uneducated, ugly inside and out, and an eyesore, with nothing to match the Jiang family's little heiress. Su Mian just smiles. “Pardon me for saying so, but everyone here is about to eat their words!” From uneducated to the youngest professor at a prestigious university; From ugly inside and out to a doctor who saves millions; Watch her turn a terrib 6.8kReads9.2Score890Shelves
26. 26 病 The Sickly Sweetheart: Reborn, the Flirtatious Darling Takes Over the World 病娇团宠：重生后小撩精制霸全球 A Crescent Moon一剪月Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [The short drama Love Hunt is now streaming] [Two yanderes + two rebirths + feel-good face-slapping + everyone’s favorite + overwhelmingly sweet] After traveling through countless worlds, Ruan Qingyan has returned with a whole arsenal of skills! Whether they bullied or abandoned her in her previous life, now that she has been reborn, she will make those scum pay for their betrayal in blood! The world sneered at her, and the wealthy families cast her aside like garbage. But an ancient, mysterious 4.7kReads9.3Score659Shelves
27. 27 逃 The Unbreakable Shackles: The Shattered Rose 逃不出的桎梏之破碎蔷薇 geziModern Romance204k WordsCompleted Gu Haitao turns around and glares at Yao Jiajia, his eyes cold and fierce. Yao Jiajia instinctively backs away. Gu Haitao strides toward her in anger, cornering her against the wall as his six-foot-two frame looms over her. Yao Jiajia can't stop trembling. Gu Haitao grabs her by the hair and shouts, “If I'm not mistaken, you already knew you were pregnant when you left, didn't you?” Tears spill from Yao Jiajia's eyes. Choking back sobs, she pleads, “You'll scare the baby.” He glances at Hanghang 1kReads8.4Score103Shelves

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    In the domineering CEO novel, Gu Haitao turned around, his eyes cold and fierce as he looked at Yao Jiajia. Yao Jiajia involuntarily backed away. Gu Haitao angrily approached her, cornering her against the wall, his 1.85-meter frame looming over her. Yao Jiajia trembled uncontrollably; she knew how terrifying his anger could be. Gu Haitao grabbed Yao Jiajia's hair, roaring, "If I'm not mistaken, you knew you were pregnant when you left, didn't you?" Tears welled up in Yao Jiajia's eyes, and she choked out, "You'll scare the baby." He glanced instinctively at Hanghang on the hospital bed, lowering his voice, "Answer me. You know the consequences if you don't tell the truth." Yao Jiajia dared not hide anything, nodding tearfully. Gu Haitao pinched Yao Jiajia's cheek, his stubble-covered face close to hers, "You've got some nerve, daring to run away with my child?" Yao Jiajia dared not speak, gently trying to free herself from his grasp, but Gu Haitao held her tightly. Finally, she pleaded, "Let me go, it hurts." Gu Haitao released his grip, and Yao Jiajia's face turned bright red. Gu Haitao scolded harshly, "You've really got some skills raising a child like this." Yao Jiajia felt wronged and tears streamed down her face. Gu Haitao continued, "Five years, and you haven't improved at all. You cry at the slightest problem. Wait until Hanghang is discharged from the hospital, then you'll be sorry." Yao Jiajia trembled uncontrollably. At nineteen, she had saved him, and now she was his woman. The tall, strong, and wildly alluring Gu Haitao had made Yao Jiajia fall in love with him, even fear him. No matter how tenderly he held her one moment, the next, if she provoked him, he would hurt her without hesitation; his large, round hands would strike her without hesitation…

28. 28 千 The Trillionaire Robot CEO Won’t Leave Me Alone 千亿机器人总裁缠上我 East Wind, Rain on the West Wall东雨打西墙Modern Romance255k WordsCompleted [Women’s commercial romance × CEO × power couple × sweet romance × city life × workplace] Lin Wan only wants to take her company public. She has no plans to fall in love. But Lu Shiyan pulls her into the heart of the storm at the most dangerous moment. On the eve of the IPO, the stock price is hammered, the bank sends a notice, regulators demand answers, and the terms of the wager agreement are exposed The board moves to force them out, while investors close in. Everyone is waiting for Lu Shi —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It had a strong sense of factionalism from the beginning, and it wasn't just a simple romance/job-hunting story. It didn't seem like it was going to go astray.

29. 29 空 The Sweet Little Wife Dropped from the Sky: The CEO Uncle Dotes on Her 空降小甜妻：霸总大叔宠上瘾 A Lazy Little One懒懒的一小只Modern Romance1.2M WordsCompleted The short drama is now available. Just search for the protagonist’s name! [Married first, fall in love later + Devoted husband + Two powerful figures pretending after marriage] [After their sudden marriage, the billionaire CEO finally shows his true colors!] Kicked out of her home, poor real heiress Yu Zheng marries the domineering CEO in a whirlwind wedding. His sweet, obedient little wife is soft and easy to push around, while her rich, domineering older husband is strong and full of energy. H 5.7kReads9.4Score1.2kShelves

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    A domineering summary of classic tropes. (Completed and ongoing novels)

30. 30 吻 Kissed by Thorns 吻过荆棘 Sweetheart Candy酥心糖糖Modern Romance577k WordsCompleted [Yandere + Secret Identities + Strong Female Lead Crushing Scumbags + Sweet and Satisfying + Devoted Husband] She is delicate, soft, and knows how to turn on the charm. He can play either role, or simply be a soft pillow! Born into a prominent noble family, he acts weak and helpless in front of her, but is bloodthirsty and ruthless toward everyone else. With a snap of his fingers, he can control everything. He is the feared King of Carnage, and anyone who even thinks of hurting her has only one 896Reads8.7Score104Shelves
31. 31 甜 So Sweet It Drives Me Crazy! The Chaste CEO Flirts with Me by Day and Dreams of Me by Night 甜疯！禁欲总裁日日撩我夜夜梦我 A Piece of Candy in My Palm掌心有颗糖Modern Romance716k WordsCompleted (Transmigrate into a book + reborn, very sweet romance, soft and delicate heroine, possessive love interest, entertainment industry) Xu Zhishui transmigrated into a book as the villainess. She tried to latch onto the powerful male lead, but died in the antagonist’s bed on her wedding night. When she returned from the world of the novel to reality, she brought the novel’s antagonist back with her. Xu Zhishui: “I’ve got to keep clinging to this powerful man!” The woman-averse Fourth Master Shen wa 17.2kReads9.2Score3kShelves
32. 32 病 The Sickly-Obsessive Si Ye's Flirty Little Sweetheart Takes the Entertainment World by Storm 病娇司爷的小撩精炸翻了娱乐圈 Icy White Peach冰白桃Modern Romance216k WordsCompleted [A heroine who can be sweet or commanding VS an extremely possessive hero] For no apparent reason, Qi Feifei is whisked away by a mysterious big shot on her way to join a dating show. Leaning close to her ear, he warns in a low voice, “You are forbidden from joining a dating show. You can only be mine. I’m too deeply poisoned by love…” Seriously? Have her antis become this obsessive? A few days later, a servant reports, “Master Si, Madam has run off to join a dating show!” Master Si’s gaze d —Reads8.0Score—Shelves
33. 33 无 Infinite Flow: The Horror Boss Always Wants Me All to Himself 无限流：恐怖boss总想独占我 Round Little Egg圆滚滚蛋Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Ruan Miaomiao is forced into a terrifying survival game. She’s so timid and spoiled that she always thought the monsters would kill her first. To her surprise, every monster wants to kiss and cuddle her from the moment they lay eyes on her. The other players fight for their lives just to survive. All she has to do is act cute for the boss, and she’ll make it to the end. A timid, weepy, soft little airhead, she can only tearfully act cute for the cruel, possessive bosses if she wants to stay aliv 5.1kReads9.4Score590Shelves
34. 34 致 A Deadly Temptation: Lord Mu's Irresistible Sweetheart Captivates with Her Voice and Looks 致命招惹：慕爷的小酥宝声色撩人 Half Sugar半糖Modern Romance327k WordsCompleted Mu Nancheng kept a sweet, delicate young woman by his side, holding her, soothing her, indulging her, protecting her, and cherishing her above all else, yet he told everyone that their relationship was perfectly innocent. Then, one dark and windy night, The young woman not only took his innocence and stabbed him, but also ran off with another man. His whole world came crashing down. When they met again, Mu Nancheng held roses in his arms and told everyone they were now inseparable, and had 22Reads7.1Score—Shelves
35. 35 偏 The Obsessive Tycoon’s Little Ancestor Is Sweet and Fierce 偏执大佬的小祖宗奶软奶凶 A Piece of Candy in My Palm掌心有颗糖Modern Romance511k WordsCompleted (Super sweet and doting, fantasy powers, obsessive and slightly yandere male lead) Reborn, Su Rao has only two goals: punish the scum and get Qin Jue to fall for her, dote on him, and love him. Second Master Qin discovers that his mischievous little wife has changed overnight and turned into a clingy sweetheart. Su Rao: “Hubby, give me a kiss.” “Hubby, hold me.” “Hubby, I want to have your baby.” Qin Jue holds her in his arms. “You’re my baby.” Qin Jue: My baby is so delicate and easy to bully, 156Reads8.9Score—Shelves
36. 36 蜜 Sweet Honey: The Wolfish CEO's Passionate Love 蜜宠甜妻：狼性总裁狠狠爱 Lots of Money钱多多Modern Romance1.3M WordsCompleted A conspiracy leads An Xiaoxiao to accidentally cross paths with the all-powerful boss of a major corporation in F City. In her panic, she leaves him an IOU and runs for it. The coldhearted CEO says, “Marry me, and we’ll call everything between us even.” —Reads—Score—Shelves
37. 37 鲜 My Sweet Young Wife Is So Unruly, and the Older Man Teases Her 99 Times 鲜嫩小妻不乖，大叔撩宠99次 Yun Mier云蜜儿Modern Romance148k WordsCompleted [A pretty entertainment-industry starlet X a handsome older man from a wealthy family] After her ex cheated on her, Su Mi mistakenly walked into Third Master Meng's room. She later learned that he was her ex's uncle and the head of the Meng Group. Su Mi had never dreamed of marrying into a wealthy family, but she was so beautiful that someone set their sights on her at first glance. * The ascetic Third Master Meng finally broke his vows and hid a little lover in his villa. They say her surname i 12Reads8.6Score—Shelves
38. 38 总 The CEO Hunts Down His Runaway Bride 总裁猎捕小逃妻 Duo Qin多勤Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted After a tangled conspiracy brings them together, he becomes obsessed with her taste! The Shangguan family needs a wife. You’re exactly my type, so you’ll do! He is the president of the Dark Group, a heavyweight whose every stomp makes the whole world tremble. Everyone dreams of clawing their way into marriage with him, except her. She tries to escape his clutches, wracking her brains as she plays a game of cat and mouse with him. From then on, President Jue has a new hobby: hunting down his belo 144Reads8.4Score—Shelves
39. 39 你 Are You Trying to Make Me Die of Sweetness? 你想甜死我吗？ Xizi怸子Modern Romance300k WordsCompleted [A Cunning Fox Who Plans Every Move X A Bewitching, Sweet-Natured Little Charmer] When Shu Mian was little, her parents took her to the tenth-birthday party of a friend’s young son. She wore a fluffy little pink dress, with a big pink bow in her hair. Her soft, short curls fell around her face, and she was as adorable as a doll. So, when no one else was around, the young boy standing beside his father’s friend suddenly rushed up to her, tucked her under one arm, and ran into a room. He hid her a 1.3kReads9.2Score143Shelves

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    You absolutely MUST read the first and third chapters! I highly recommend the third one. After you finish the book, read the last chapter—you'll cry your eyes out! The beginning is incredibly sweet, and the last chapter is about the author's own experiences. It's truly amazing; I love it! Third recommendation rating: five stars First recommended rating: four stars Recommendation rating: The others were all very good, but I forgot about them a long time ago. You absolutely MUST watch the third one! You absolutely MUST watch the third one! You absolutely MUST watch the third one! I'm saying it three times because it's so important!

40. 40 重 Reborn into a Sweet Marriage, the CEO’s Wife Is Sweet and Flirtatious Again 重生蜜婚，墨总娇妻又甜又撩 Liu Liu Rice Candy溜溜米糖Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Main story complete Reborn flirtatious heroine + devoted sweet romance + both dote on each other “What do you like about me, Mo Beiqian?” “I like everything about you.” In her previous life, Meng Qianzi believed a scumbag’s lies and treated Mo Beiqian as her enemy. She died tragically, and only after her death did she learn that Mo Beiqian was the one who loved her most. After being reborn, Meng Qianzi relentlessly pursues Mo Beiqian, takes revenge on the scumbags, and loves her husband. “Darlin 2.3kReads9.1Score251Shelves
41. 41 喂 Hey, Classmate, You Dropped a White Rabbit Candy 喂同学，你掉了颗大白兔 Great Luck大吉Modern Romance502k WordsCompleted The person she met at seventeen still makes her heart flutter at twenty-six. Blurb One: Shen Cian has been giving Zhao Yanshu the cold shoulder for three whole days. It all started when he got a new deskmate. Zhao Yanshu isn’t worried as he watches her puff out her cheeks. He simply holds out the cup of lotus-seed-heart tea in his hand. “Try some?” Shen Cian thinks he’s finally caught on. She takes a sip from the cup he’s holding, and her face immediately scrunches up. “What is this stuff? Why i 74Reads9.2Score—Shelves
42. 42 明 The Moon Shines Over Xizhou 明月下西洲 Ten Miles of Chang'an十里长安Modern Romance986k WordsCompleted There’s a rumor in Beicheng that Young Master Gu is ugly and ruthless. Most importantly, he never goes near women. After their wedding, Shen Mingyue clutches her waist, her face pale. “That’s a rumor!” The man is clearly handsome, with long legs, abs, and a gorgeous face. On their wedding night Shen Mingyue watches him nervously. “Aren’t you supposed to stay away from women?” Gu Chengzhou casually unbuttons his shirt, his gaze dark and deep. “I stay away from women... but not from you.” 178Reads6.8Score—Shelves
43. 43 和 I Became Famous After Appearing on a Variety Show With My Top-Tier Star Ex-Boyfriend 和顶流前男友上综艺后，我红了 Sweetheart Wine糖心酒Modern Romance322k WordsCompleted [Sweet romance + entertainment industry + reality show] He Xi signs up for a wilderness survival reality show, never expecting to run into the ex-boyfriend she once treated terribly! Everyone knows He Ji, a top-tier star in the entertainment industry, has an ex-girlfriend he can't forget. She was gentle, kind, and embodied every wonderful quality imaginable… He Xi: "…" Before the show, netizens thought He Ji was a total blockhead! After the show, they realized he could be so gentle, considerate, 1.4kReads9.2Score114Shelves
44. 44 薄 Mr. Bo, Give Me a Kiss! 薄总，亲亲我！ Yue Qianqian月千千Modern Romance214k WordsCompleted Su Yin and Bo Rujin broke up ten years ago. Ten years later, Su Yin returned to the country, and Bo Rujin had become a rising business tycoon in City B. When they met again, a friend asked Su Yin if she was still thinking about Bo Rujin. Without even pausing to think, Su Yin replied, “As if!” Little did she know the person they were discussing was standing right by the door. Su Yin: “...” Later, someone pinned Su Yin down and murmured in a low voice by her ear, “You didn't miss me?” Su Yin: “... 2kReads8.2Score265Shelves
45. 45 霸 The Domineering Movie Emperor's Flirty Sweetheart Became a Sensation on a Dating Show 霸道影帝的小撩精靠恋综爆红了 Longing for You思君悠悠Modern Romance305k WordsCompleted In her previous life, she was killed by her evil sister. Reborn, she transforms into a little schemer and clings to the top-tier actor, all to bring her sister down. In front of the actor, she’s pitiful and innocent, just a useless little thing. In front of everyone else, she’s brutal and cold-blooded, completely unhinged! “Sir, Madam has her eye on a drama and wants to steal the female lead role.” “Take it!” “Sir, Madam wants to be a director. She says she’s going to build an entire city!” “Bui 42Reads9.1Score—Shelves
46. 46 重 Reborn, She Indulges in Her Big Shot's Embrace 重生后在大佬怀里恣意撒娇 The Cheerful Nut爱笑的坚果Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Si Yanyan was foolish. She knew the scumbag still carried a torch for his first love, yet she hoped her sincere affection would warm his heart of stone and make her the woman he cherished most. In the end, her friends and family turned against her, and she fell to her death. When she woke up, she was back in the exam hall, with a chance to do everything over. This time, she’d tear the scumbag apart and make him pay. She’d face-slap his first love and rip away that actress-level green-tea facade. 500Reads9.1Score103Shelves
47. 47 重 Reborn and Doted on by Everyone: Lord Bai's Cherished Little Tease 重生团宠：柏爷的娇宠小撩妻 Misty Rain on the Jiangnan Road烟雨路江南Modern Romance206k WordsCompleted [Dotingly adored by everyone, super sweet] In her previous life, although Ruan Yu had personally sent the villains to prison, she was still left with too many regrets. The deaths of her grandfather, parents, and brother remained the deepest pain in her heart. And then there was Gu Baishen, the man who loved her with all his heart. She hadn’t had the chance to love him properly. Fortunately, she was reborn. She would make Ruan Si experience all the pain she had suffered in her past life, and prot 789Reads9.1Score102Shelves
48. 48 闪 A Whirlwind Marriage: President Lu's Sweet and Tender Devotion to His Wife 闪婚情深：陆总宠妻甜蜜蜜 SpongeBob海绵宝宝Modern Romance2.0M WordsCompleted Bai Luoyao was set up by her treacherous younger sister and thought she'd slept with a male escort. Little did she know he was actually a powerful tycoon. One agreement later, they were married in a whirlwind wedding. Afterward, Mrs. Lu's secret identities kept coming to light, leaving Mr. Lu amazed day after day. From then on, he pampered his wife endlessly! Lu Yizhou: “Honey, it's time for us to have a second child.” Bai Luoyao: “You have so many women on the side. Go ask them!” Lu Yizhou: “Ho 3.2kReads8.8Score417Shelves

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    This book is substantial and satisfying, with a sweet tone throughout. The protagonist, Bai Luoyao, is quite naive and ends up with President Lu due to an unexpected encounter. The author's skill is quite good, especially in the well-developed characterization of the protagonist. I hope this helps you, my friends.

49. 49 与 Sharing His Bed 与他共枕 A Page of Fireworks一纸烟火Modern Romance516k WordsCompleted (Adapted into the short drama "Miss Xu, Don’t Settle". The Tomato-produced short drama "Sharing His Bed" launched on Tomato on November 26.) Shang Yiran and Xu Mubai have been married for five years, and have spent all five fighting. Three years into their marriage, Xu Mubai became pregnant. She tried to tell Shang Yiran, “Let’s make a real go of this.” He responded with cold indifference. After that, they each went their own way. One is cold, arrogant, and conceited; the other is stubborn and u 7.3kReads9.1Score550Shelves
50. 50 新 On Our Wedding Night, My Husband in a Vegetative State Suddenly Picked Me Up 新婚夜，植物人老公突然抱起我 Sweetheart Candy酥心糖糖Modern Romance494k WordsCompleted She wanted to see the details, so the author actually sent her into the book to experience them for herself. The groom, who is supposedly in a vegetative state, turns out to be a devil. If she kills him, she can go home. Just as she’s sharpening her knives, she suddenly starts throwing up. She’s been taking birth control pills the whole time, so how could this happen? He gives her a wicked smile. She feels her now-rounded belly and falls apart. But what about the condition that makes him go bers 298Reads8.8Score—Shelves

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