Looking for an Intellectual Romance With Two Strong, Intelligent Leads 要智性恋，男女主双强的

1. 1 京 Spring Tide over Beijing and Macau 京澳春潮 Midsummer Rain仲夏雨Modern Romance400k WordsCompleted [Print edition preorders open August 7, 2026, at 7 p.m.] [Heiress vs. Men from All Walks of Life] Also known as Spring Tide in Jing'ao The first time Wen Ning saw Xie Zhiyu on Aodao, she knew he was a dangerous man. Even though he was merely sitting quietly in a dessert shop, eating a bowl of mung bean soup. The little shop was packed and noisy, yet no one dared share a table with him. A few meters around him, an island of solitude had been deliberately carved out. “Who is he?” “Xie Zhiyu. No on 178.3kReads9.6Score27.8k14d adds

   Reader note

   Help! I'm recommending these two books to everyone I meet. They're truly the pinnacle of books with both male and female leads being incredibly strong. 1️⃣ The tension between the male and female leads is so intense. The female lead is independent and intelligent. 💑 The romance between the male and female leads is a major highlight. One is a wealthy young lady from Beijing, and the other is a mysterious man from Macau. The difference in their social status and geographical location makes their love full of challenges. Every interaction is filled with both excitement and struggle. 2️⃣ The female lead, Song Qingyun, is a heiress from a prominent family in Hong Kong. On the surface, she's a well-behaved girl, but in reality, she's wild and untamed. After only three months of arranged marriage, she completely forgets her husband, Liang Youjin, and instead flirts with a very attractive man in a bar abroad. On the very day of her extramarital affair, Song Qingyun received a call from her mysterious husband. The man, playing with a black snake on his finger, spoke in a deep, seductive Cantonese, "Baby, drink more warm water, your voice sounds so hoarse." Song Qingyun initially thought her husband was understanding, but upon returning to China, she discovered that Liang Youjin was a complete and utter scoundrel. Their relationship is incredibly captivating: marriage of convenience that blossoms into love, each going their own way in the beginning, followed by a dramatic reversal of roles. While Song Qingyun was flirting with another man in a German bar, she had no idea that returning to China would lead to a sweet yet heart-wrenching romance with Liang Youjin. Liang Youjin is elegant and refined in public, but possessive of Song Qingyun in private, especially with his line, "Song Qingyun, I unconditionally obey you," which is absolutely swoon-worthy!

2. 2 白 Unfamiliar by Day 白日不熟 Yun Zijin妘子衿Modern Romance400k WordsCompleted [Marriage first, love later + Hong Kong tycoon family + sizzling chemistry + flirtatious desire + devoted couple] [Possessive, obsessive tycoon and powerful executive ✖️ alluring heiress and CEO] Song Qingyun, a daughter of one of Hong Kong City’s most prominent families, hides a wild, untamable nature beneath her good-girl disguise. Three months into their arranged marriage, she has completely forgotten her contract husband, name and all, and has instead picked up a hot guy at a bar overseas. O 45.4kReads9.4Score6.8k14d adds
3. 3 人 Strangers in Public, but You Want Me to Soothe You to Sleep Every Night! 人前不熟？却要夜夜哄睡！ San Chen Yue叁辰月Modern Romance505k WordsCompleted [Aloof, celibate hotel CEO & gentle, strong-willed wedding planner] [Love grows over time + Flirtatious push and pull + Age-gap pampering + Both physically and emotionally pure + Extra sweet and steamy] Luo Qianqian, an overworked wedding planner, caught the attention of Shang Chiyu, a man at the very top of the global luxury hotel industry. She also accidentally discovered the secret behind his recurring nightmares. He used a lavish salary to entice her into becoming his personal sleep companio 1.2kReads8.8Score10314d adds

   Reader note

   A high-quality completed novel about a wealthy family. The male protagonist, who is at the top of the pyramid, finally meets his soulmate and embarks on a pursuit of love with unwavering determination. The story involves ambiguous entanglements and mutual healing of the soul.

4. 4 乡 The Real Heiress from the Countryside Is Actually a Feudal Ancestor 乡下来的真千金，竟是封建老祖宗 Bright, Gentle Laughter笑语晏晏Modern Romance541k WordsCompleted Originally titled The True Heiress from the Countryside Is Actually a Feudal Ancestor When Sang Ning opened her eyes again, she found herself the real heiress who had been left behind in the countryside by a wealthy family. She had been born the legitimate eldest daughter of a distinguished family, raised from childhood to become its matriarch. But when she opened her eyes, she had arrived in a strange new era. Fortunately, she was still the legitimate eldest daughter. Her fake sister thought 30.5kReads9.3Score3.6k14d adds

   Reader note

   Both the male and female leads are strong. Although the female lead is from ancient times, her thinking isn't limited. The male lead is stubborn but soft-hearted. It's so sweet and engaging! I highly recommend reading it. The supporting characters are also very well-developed and three-dimensional.

5. 5 惊 Shocking! The Sickly, Obsessive Star's Sweet, Obedient Wife Is a Mad Queen 惊！病娇影帝的乖软妻是疯批女王 A Million Peach Blossoms百万桃源Modern Romance421k WordsCompleted [Satisfying, sweet romance + Secret marriage] Qi Nanxi, a nobody barely known in the entertainment industry, makes a surprise appearance on a lavishly produced dating show, where she meets her secret husband, Ji Sizhan, the entertainment industry’s top-tier star and award-winning actor. Qi Nanxi’s impression of him: polite and refined. Ji Sizhan’s impression of her: sweet and delicate. In a word, neither of them feels a thing. Later. Ji Sizhan looks at the alluring, bewitching, unhinged beauty b 1.1kReads9.1Score23314d adds

   Reader note

   Dear family, today I absolutely have to recommend a super sweet and romantic novel! It's incredibly satisfying from beginning to end with no angst, guaranteed to make you smile like crazy – it's overflowing with sweetness! The female lead, Qi Nanxi, is a struggling, unknown actress in the entertainment industry. She thought she'd continue her uneventful existence, but fate suddenly turns, and she's thrust into (because she bought Tomato Company) a lavishly produced dating reality show. There, she unexpectedly encounters her mysterious contract husband – Ji Sizhan, a top-tier actor in the entertainment industry. At their first meeting, Qi Nanxi sees Ji Sizhan as a refined and aloof nobleman, seemingly an unattainable star. Ji Sizhan, on the other hand, only sees Qi Nanxi as a sweet and delicate girl, someone to be pitied, but doesn't feel much for her. They remain indifferent to each other, like two streams that meet by chance but flow on their own. But if the story ends there, how can it be worthy of such a wonderful life? As they spent more time together, Ji Sizhan was astonished to discover that the seemingly gentle and weak girl was actually a renowned international assassin, and that her regained memories were all predestined. Qi Nanxi was equally stunned. But if the story ended there, how could it be worthy of such a vibrant life? As they spent more time together, Ji Sizhan was astonished to discover that the seemingly gentle and weak girl was actually a renowned international assassin, and that her regained memories were all predestined. Qi Nanxi was equally dumbfounded. The seemingly gentle and refined gentleman she had always perceived harbored a wild and roguish, yet also possessive, side, dangerous and alluring, making him inescapable and his mortal enemy. The arranged marriage was, in fact, a long-planned scheme. Once the flame of their love was ignited, it spread like wildfire. In a live stream, Ji Sizhan, completely abandoning his aloof and reserved demeanor as a movie star, pinned Qi Nanxi against the wall with reddened eyes. His low, husky voice was filled with panic and reluctance: "Wife, can we not get a divorce?" This scene instantly shocked netizens, with the screen flooded with "???". Who would have thought that these two seemingly unrelated people harbored such a passionate secret marriage story? Even more surprising is that Qi Nanxi has a mysterious, unknown identity. When a buyer came to her with a task, Qi Nanxi raised an eyebrow and smiled lightly. When she learned that the target was her own husband, her nonchalant yet sly demeanor was absolutely stunning. When the buyer tentatively asked if she would take the job, Qi Nanxi didn't even raise an eyelid: "You'll have to pay more." This cool and wild spirit perfectly embodied her persona. The author's writing is delicate and nuanced, meticulously depicting the two characters' journey from their initial awkwardness to their growing affection and culminating in a passionate love affair. Every exchange of glances, every touch of fingertips, feels electrifying, drawing you in and making you experience this sweet and overwhelming moment. 🈲🈯 No plot twists! 🔍

6. 6 惊 Shocking! Explosive! The Top-Tier Star Is Showering Fans with Sweet Moments on Livestream! 惊！爆！神颜顶流直播撒糖啦 ViVi1223Modern Romance357k WordsCompleted [Gorgeous top-tier star x entertainment company CEO] [Sweet romance + two powerful families + devoted to each other + mutual pursuit] Xia Wan hit her peak the moment she debuted, bursting onto the scene out of nowhere with her song “SUMMER” and taking the internet by storm. With her stunning looks and outstanding talent, she won countless fans and earned the title of “the little queen of singing and dancing.” She was also the most laid-back woman in show business. Apart from releasing songs and 12kReads9.2Score1.1k14d adds

   Reader note

   A female celebrity and a male CEO, both from wealthy families, a sweet and romantic story. At their first meeting, he's a CEO and she's a female celebrity. On vacation, he takes care of her, and she develops feelings for him. The male and female leads have a romantic relationship, both are virgins. Go for it!

7. 7 邪 The Evil Emperor's Devoted Love: His Lovesick, Poisonous Consort Slaughters Her Way Through the World 邪帝绝宠：病娇毒妃杀疯了 Wine Frost酒霜Ancient Romance597k WordsCompleted [Strong Male Lead and Strong Female Lead] [Secret Identity] [Everyone’s Favorite] [Sweet Romance] In her previous life, Su Jingning was the only legitimate daughter of the Duke of Zhenguo’s household, and a peerless beauty. But she was blind to people’s true natures and trusted the wrong man. For the sake of a hypocrite with the heart of a beast, she defied her parents and spent five years scheming for the man she loved, helping him rise to power. She never expected that all her painstaking plan 9kReads9.2Score1.1k14d adds

   Reader note

   I love it! This is my favorite book ever. I enjoyed the whole thing. The author's writing is excellent. Keep up the good work! I'm looking forward to the new book! 🥰

8. 8 病 The Sickly Crown Prince's Darling 病娇太子的掌中欢 Commander Fu傅司令Ancient Romance681k WordsCompleted Shen Qinghuan is a famously delicate beauty. She can't stand the cold or heat, wind or rain. She gasps for breath every few steps and coughs every few more. Her mother died young, her father disdains her, and after her fiancé breaks off their engagement, no one is willing to marry her. Then The Crown Prince, Fu Yunzhou, takes this fragile flower into the Eastern Palace. * Rumor has it that Crown Prince Fu Yunzhou is violent, avoids women, and loves nothing more than killing. When Shen Qinghuan m 9.5kReads9.0Score1.2k14d adds

   Reader note

   This book perfectly fits the bill: a yandere crown prince with three personalities versus a beautiful, sickly daughter of a prime minister; everything is under the control of the male and female protagonists.

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 37.7kReads9.4Score4.5k14d adds

   Reader note

   The best-written contemporary romance novel ever, with a lasting impact. No substitutes, the male lead is noble and deeply affectionate, the female lead is highly intelligent and tolerant, the emotions are immense and moving, and their careers are also at their peak. A refreshing work, the author's skill and experience are remarkable, truly excellent.

10. 10 狐 Fox! Vixen! 狐！媚！ Envying Fish by the Water临水羡鱼Ancient Romance510k WordsCompleted She was a fox demon who had cultivated for ten thousand years, born with an alluring charm unmatched by anyone. He was the Emperor of Tianquan, ruthless in action and cold-hearted. To break through the limits of heaven and earth and become a ten-tailed celestial fox, she faced eighty-one bolts of divine lightning sent down by the Heavenly Dao. She survived the tribulation, but was knocked back into her original form. And fell right into his bath... Then one day, the world discovered that a stunn 2.9kReads8.6Score25814d adds

    Reader note

    Both the male and female leads are strong, it's awesome! The female lead is stronger in the early stages, and the male lead's cultivation talent is also unparalleled (he'll become even stronger later). The two are destined for each other and have a deep bond. 😆😆 I've recommended it to others more than once (*≧∪≦)👍🏻[KISS][KISS]

11. 11 读 After Reading His Mind, the Mad Tyrant Decides to Turn Over a New Leaf 读心后，疯批暴君决定洗白 Picking Flowers in the Wind风中折花Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Transmigration into a book + woman disguised as a man + mind reading + wish fulfillment + two powerful leads + both leads are devoted to each other] Song Yunchu transmigrates into the tragic villainous chancellor from a melodramatic novel, who dies horribly. According to the original story, she will first be dismissed from office and imprisoned by the villainous emperor, then shot through the heart with a rain of arrows by the male lead, Prince Yi, whom she loves. After weighing her options, So 29.6kReads9.3Score4.2k14d adds

    Reader note

    The female lead is strong, not only in intelligence but also in martial arts. (Even after being exposed as a man, she doesn't become an empress confined to the palace, but instead becomes a king on equal footing with him.)

12. 12 等 Waiting for the Grapes to Ripen 等葡萄熟透 Scallion Egg Pancake葱香鸡蛋饼Modern Romance283k WordsCompleted [Upcoming Drama Adaptation] [Hong Kong Underworld Tycoon X Top-Tier Starlet] [Mutual First Love] [Sweet Romance] The first time Jiang Li met Luo Jinyan, he was sitting in the front of a Maybach, a cigar between his fingers and smoke curling around him. “You wrecked my place. How are you going to make it up to me?” Jiang Li knew who he was: Luo Jinyan, heir to Hong Kong's leading family. That year, on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, he bought her first kiss for a million yuan. He brushed her l 19.1kReads9.4Score2.1k14d adds

    Reader note

    The male lead is a Hong Kong entertainment mogul, and the female lead is a celebrity, but the tension between them makes the story very engaging.

13. 13 女 The Female Bandit Goes to the Capital to Become an Official and Wins Over the Aloof Emperor 女土匪进京为官，诱拐了清冷陛下 Evening Ripples晚漾Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Sweet historical romance + two powerful leads + devoted to each other + sweet and satisfying + fun and lively + no annoying supporting characters + sensible leads] A super-ferocious, super-rich bandit queen VS a cool, otherworldly beauty of an emperor Jin Sanglu owns thirty mountains of gold and is every inch a bandit queen. After earning military merit, she arrogantly calls out to the court: “If you won’t give me an official post, then make me empress.” The ministers are furious, but they fear 11.9kReads9.4Score1.6k14d adds

    Reader note

    The story of a powerful male and female protagonist, a rich and beautiful female bandit, and a beautiful emperor who steals immortals.

14. 14 我 The Sickly Man I Picked Up on a Whim Turned Out to Be the Empire's Richest Man 我随手捡的病秧子竟然是帝国首富 Su Manshu苏蔓殊Modern Romance2.2M WordsCompleted [Strong heroine, hidden identity revealed, ultra-A, equally matched leads, devoted heroine and adored hero, both loyal] Everyone in the Empire's elite circles knew that the ancient Gu dynasty had a beautiful, mentally disabled heiress named Gu Yanluo. But as soon as the heiress returned to the Empire, she crippled a pair of rotten scumbags and shot to fame. In the blink of an eye, she had become a venomous beauty with a heart of pure malice. Rumors were recently circulating that Gu Yanluo kept a 39.9kReads9.4Score4.7k14d adds

    Reader note

    This is really good! Both the male and female leads are incredibly strong. The male lead has a slightly yandere vibe, and there's also a robot in it. Fafa is super cute, and the plot is exciting. It's quite different from other stories that focus on romance and face-slapping moments. It's definitely worth reading.

15. 15 我 Dating in an Infinite Survival Game 我在无限求生游戏里谈恋爱 Cactus Heart仙人掌心Mystery350k WordsCompleted Xu Nuo, terminally ill, realizes she's going to die tonight. She looks back bitterly on her miserable life, having never even held a man's hand. But just as she is about to die, she gets pulled into a survival game. Game rules: Complete missions to earn points and extend your lifespan so you can keep living. After entering the game, Xu Nuo gets an NPC boyfriend. Qin Yuxun is tall and handsome, and guided by the principle that passing up a good deal makes you a fool, Xu Nuo takes full advantage o 4.4kReads9.1Score55714d adds

    Reader note

    The female leads are all very rational, and the show is very good!

16. 16 在 Scheming Against a Villainous NPC in a Survival Game 在求生游戏和反派NPC互相算计 Cactus Heart仙人掌心Modern Romance562k WordsCompleted [A couple with 800 wits between them] [They scheme against each other] [The heroine is resilient, a master of changing faces, and a Black Lotus] [The hero is a scheming, deep-thinking bastard] After being killed by a bicycle, Jiang Qi'an entered a bizarre game. Completing each game earned her points that she could exchange for a chance to keep living in the real world. In every game, Jiang Qi'an encountered the same NPC. At first, she paid him little attention, using her in-game identity to clin 2.8kReads8.7Score35014d adds
17. 17 被 After a Mad NPC Set Its Sights on Me, I Took Control 被疯批NPC盯上后，我直接拿捏 Cactus Heart仙人掌心Mystery813k WordsCompleted [Female lead grows over time] [Male lead is thoroughly rotten] [One-and-only relationships] [Games include survival, horror, and rule-based mysteries…] A strange bus travels through time and space, crossing into another dimension… Jiang Song never imagined that her life as an overworked office drone would end on the day she finally clocked out. To survive the terrifying games, she must complete every mission without making a single mistake. The games are already perilous, but then an NPC s 35.5kReads9.3Score4.6k14d adds
18. 18 帝 The Imperial Phoenix Descends! The Divine Phoenix Soars! The Foolish Young Lady Takes Over 帝凰临！神凤倾！痴傻小姐拽翻天 Million Hunt觅百万Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted (The main story and all bonus chapters are complete.) [Traditional growth-focused female lead + beast taming + all-element talent + no saintly do-gooder + equally matched leads + sweet and satisfying story. There is a male lead. The heroine grows stronger over time, with slow progression at first and rapid leveling later. She isn’t invincible, and pretends to be weak while secretly being strong in the early story. Please don’t read if that’s not your thing.] She is the finest heir to a reclusive 14.5kReads9.3Score1.8k14d adds

    Reader note

    Qianhuang is a female protagonist who grows and matures. Feng Jingchen is incredibly powerful and dotes on her; they are a perfect match. The other supporting characters (Shen, Liu, Gong) are also quite good. Yun Qianye is a typical sister-obsessed character.

19. 19 黑 The Darkened Master Xi Grows Arrogant on His Favoritism 黑化席爷他恃宠而骄 Proper Cat Lord正经的猫大人Modern Romance407k WordsCompleted [Tough Heroine + Unhinged, Sweet-Natured Hero + Devoted Romance] The Xi family of the capital had a sickly young master! Deaf and frail, yet born with breathtaking looks. Abandoned by his family at fifteen. At twenty, someone came back for him, trampling through blood to protect him! They say that on the day he returned, some wealthy young rakes in the capital joked that his looks made him seem like an ancient male courtesan, then tried to get handsy! And in the early hours of that same day, one 230Reads6.5Score—14d adds

    Reader note

    The male lead is strong, and the female lead is even stronger! I highly recommend watching it 🥰🥰. The male lead acts pitiful in front of the female lead, but he's actually a cunning devil. The female lead is incredibly strong; she's the one who saved the male lead's life.

20. 20 聘 A Hundred Billion in Bride Price Made Me the Boss of a Wealthy Family! 聘礼百亿，我成了豪门掌权人！ Shen Chengjing沈橙静Modern Romance2.1M WordsCompleted [All-around heroine + powerful female lead + satisfying revenge + the whole family pays the price] In her previous life, she was subjected to psychological abuse and developed severe depression. When her condition worsened, she was forced to marry in place of the Shen family’s adopted daughter. When she refused, her family stripped her and threatened her! They used a video to try to control and manipulate her. Unable to bear the humiliation, she jumped to her death. Now, Shi Yanxia is reborn on 6.8kReads9.0Score1.1k14d adds

    Reader note

    The female lead has a knack for metaphysics, and the male lead has unwavering trust in her.

21. 21 亲 Dear Mr. Lu, I Really Want to Be Madly in Love With You 亲爱的陆先生，我好想跟你热恋呀 Jing Feng Shiyi景风十一Modern Romance583k WordsCompleted Already signed for print publication [secret crush becomes mutual, from the heroine’s perspective + marriage first, love later, from the hero’s perspective] [Independent, resilient, A-list lawyer vs. devoted, possessive CEO] When Meng Tingyu was sixteen, she met a young man named Lu Suizhou. She would never forget that day. He came into her life carrying light, bringing hope to her as she was on the verge of drowning and rescuing her from the abyss. Years later, the sunny, handsome boy had grow 8kReads9.1Score79414d adds

    Reader note

    It's so good!!! The female lead is a lawyer, and the male lead is a CEO. The male lead is a very kind person. The female lead has a past trauma due to her family background, and the male lead helps her overcome it. It's so sweet.

22. 22 超 So Pampered! The True Heiress Is Taken Home by Her Billionaire Adoptive Father 超宠！真千金被首富养父捡回家啦 Grape Milk Tea with Pearls芝芝葡萄加珍珠Modern Romance354k WordsCompleted [Real and fake heiresses + feel-good story + adored by everyone + capital's socialite heiress] [The heroine is calm and rational, well-rounded in every way, and neither a bleeding heart nor a drama queen.] [Fair warning: The Mu family appears often, and the story focuses on the ensemble cast. The heroine has fewer storylines early on, so please keep that in mind before reading. (Please don't leave a bad review after just two chapters. It really hurts.)] The Heiress's Handbook, Rule One: The heir 6.7kReads8.4Score59714d adds

    Reader note

    These books are absolutely fantastic; you could easily stay up all night to finish them!

23. 23 年 Year After Year, Missing You 年年有念念 Nan Xi Zi南肸子Modern Romance329k WordsCompleted [Gorgeous, career-focused female idol x aloof top-tier star who’s only gentle with one person and hopelessly lovestruck] [Entertainment industry + transmigrate into a book + one-on-one romance + wish fulfillment + strong male and female leads + sweet romance + sc + no misunderstandings] Yuan Chu, a top-tier female idol in Country H, returns home covered in honors. She’s a born star of the stage, blessed with extraordinary performance talent. But she transmigrates into Chu Nian, a disposable vill 1.7kReads9.3Score23714d adds
24. 24 酷 So Cool! The Legendary ADC Is a Sweet Girl! 酷毙了！吊炸天的ADC是甜妹！ Nan Xi Zi南肸子Modern Romance424k WordsCompleted [An impossibly cool ADC who can be sweet or savage × a taciturn, ruthless, tsundere mid laner] [Beloved by all + sweet and satisfying + esports + two powerhouse players with dual careers + League of Legends setting] “My one true love, LeBlanc.” On joining the GOL team for the first time: “My name is LeBlanc. I’m the new AD.” “LeBlanc? Isn’t that Brother Jing’s wife?” After seeing their new dual-server solo queue king of an AD charge through the battlefield again and again without losing so much 7.2kReads9.3Score98514d adds
25. 25 沪 The Shanghai Heiress Takes on the Quick Transmigration World 沪市大小姐勇闯快穿世界 Kaka's Diary of Going Mad卡卡发疯日记Modern Romance427k WordsCompleted Gu Pan was the only daughter of a wealthy family in Shanghai in the 21st century, living a life of luxury. But after falling from a building over a romantic dispute, she was bound to the Witch System and given a mission: collect seven fated fragments to earn a chance at resurrection. And so began her journey to win over the villainous witches. But... can someone tell her why the male lead in every world is named Jin Xiting, and why he keeps looking at her with more and more ill intent? Buddy, yo 239Reads8.7Score—14d adds
26. 26 仰 A Kiss from Below 仰吻 The Moon Leads the East月引东来Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted A peerless beauty descended upon the world. She was the most alluring tuberose in the X Forbidden Zone. A top assassin, the king of mercenaries, revered as a deity. “Be good, and Big Sister will take care of you, hmm?” Then she met him, and at the sight of his looks, she was instantly smitten. She was all charm and sensuality, as if seduction were in her very nature. “A Wu, stop dreaming of escaping me.” The man’s eyes brimmed with possessiveness, obsession, and a disturbing madness. The heir to 1.5kReads8.7Score18714d adds
27. 27 杀 Slay the Scumbags, Outshine the Nation! She Returns at Her Peak 杀疯极品！艳压全国！她满级回归 The Fox Who Loves Cats爱吃猫的狐狸Modern Romance698k WordsCompleted “Xixi, you're mine now!” The man gazed down at the woman beneath him with deep-set eyes. Luo Yunxi was completely stunned. What the hell? Had Nangong Chen gone crazy because she'd provoked him? Hadn't he said he never wanted to talk to her again or see her again? Luo Yunxi looked at the clock on the wall. She had gone back five years? She'd been reborn! Rumor had it that Mrs. Nangong came from a lowly background. She'd grown up in an orphanage, then been adopted by another family, where she was 2.2kReads9.2Score26814d adds

    Reader note

    Both the male and female leads are strong. Super sweet.

28. 28 重 Reborn into Sweet Love: The Young Lady Was Hiding Her True Power 重生甜宠，大小姐她是隐藏了大佬 Zi Qian子茜Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted (Rebirth + sweet romance + mutual devotion + two powerful leads + sweet and fluffy + playing dumb to outwit the enemy) Betrayed and left with a failed mission, Xu Qinghuan was gravely wounded. As she lay dying, she saw a face so handsome it seemed to defy the heavens. But as her body grew cold, her eyes could no longer open. “She was a ruler in her own right. What a tragic way to die. What a pity. Don’t worry, I’ll make sure you’re laid to rest properly.” As he spoke, the man wiped the blood fro 18.4kReads9.2Score2k14d adds
29. 29 求 Begging for Love 求娇 Three Lives, Three Three叁生三三Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted [Strong Heroine and Hero] [Love-Hate Relationship] [Defying Fate] [Print edition signed with a publisher] Gu Miaoyin always thought she was the pampered darling her emperor treasured most, until the Great Jin fell and the Northern Hu cavalry smashed through the palace gates. Only then did she realize how tragic her life was. Ten years of the emperor's favor could not withstand a sudden change of heart. In the end, she and her mother were trapped in the imperial city and burned alive. Reborn into 36.4kReads9.5Score4.8k14d adds

    Reader note

    This story features two strong male and female leads who are constantly scheming against each other, which is quite captivating.

30. 30 超 So Sweet and Obedient 超乖软 Shi Yiyuan十一源Modern Romance278k WordsCompleted (The print edition, Please Let Me Have Peace All My Years, is out now.) [One-on-one romance, both untouched, sweet pampering, childhood sweethearts] "Part Two: I Just Want Him to Comfort Me" (The main story is complete.) A little fairy transferred to Nancheng No. 1 High School. She was not only beautiful, but immediately claimed the top spots in two rankings: first in academics and first on the school beauty list! The little fairy was sweet and well-behaved, speaking gently and kindly to everyon 29.1kReads9.4Score3.3k14d adds

    Reader note

    Both of these are novels where the male and female protagonists are very strong; they are "feel-good" or "both protagonists are strong" stories.

31. 31 小 Small, but Wilder 小，才更野 San Nai Guozi三奈果子Modern Romance242k WordsCompleted [Signed for publication] [Several short-drama adaptations are now streaming] [Flirting + Younger man + Sweet-faced but dark younger brother + Intense push and pull + A long road to winning her back + Obsessive and unhinged + Devoted couple, 1v1 + Four-year age gap] [Soft, slender, stunning superstar older sister VS obsessive, unhinged, sweet-faced but dark younger brother] Four years ago, Ning Yu sponsored a young man because of his beautiful eyes. Only afterward did she discover that he was an 6.3kReads9.1Score60714d adds
32. 32 好 Such a Good Girl 好一个乖乖女 I Took Great Pains我煞费苦心Modern Romance361k WordsCompleted [Print edition signed] [Short drama now streaming] [Sweet romance with a touch of angst] [Fake-good, scheming heroine x domineering wealthy tyrant] [Both leads are each other’s only one] Duan Xiuming first met Lu Mingyu at a wedding. She was stunningly beautiful, yet looked like a well-behaved good girl, sitting off to the side and painting because someone had told her to. “Boring woman,” he judged. But in the blink of an eye, Lu Mingyu gave him a huge surprise! She destroyed her painting and co 30.4kReads9.5Score4k14d adds

    Reader note

    The original is really good!!! It's a sweet story with a touch of angst: a seemingly kind but actually cunning woman and a tyrannical rich man.

33. 33 独 Alone in an Empty House, His Wife Still Doesn’t Come Home Today 独守空房，夫人今天依旧不归家 Tu Wan荼椀Modern Romance356k WordsCompleted [Sharp-tongued, irreverent art restorer VS shameless CEO who spoils his wife; equally matched leads, satisfying read, preserving intangible cultural heritage, somewhat of a crowd-pleaser] The funniest thing Wen Ningxi had ever heard was her idiot father threatening to sabotage her job. He’d even made a bold declaration: Any company that hired her would be going against him! He’d personally show up and smash the place! Wen Ningxi smiled and gestured toward the museum in front of her, where she’d 823Reads8.4Score13314d adds

    Reader note

    The novel "Intellectual Love" is not yet finished, but the male and female leads are super sweet!

34. 34 黑 The Crown of the Dark Moon 黑月光冠冕 Three Lives, Three Three叁生三三Modern Romance2.5M WordsCompleted [The first print volume is now available] [Sweet Romance in a Wealthy Family] + [A Forbidden Love Falls from Its Pedestal] + [Characters Awaken] + [A Chaotic Love Rival Showdown] “You are a cannon-fodder character in this world. Your character tags are: beautiful, vicious, and stupid. When you were eight, you were adopted by the Shen family, the most powerful family in Whale Harbor. The head of the family treasured you like a gem, but you joined forces with your villainous mother to scheme agai 305.9kReads9.5Score42.1k14d adds

    Reader note

    This book is good.

35. 35 她 After She Ascends the Throne, She Takes a New Husband, Leaving Her Ex to Weep 她登基后换了夫，新夫不见旧夫哭 Rabbit Purple Moonrise兔紫月上Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted (Power! It's a woman's second face! She loves it!) (1V2 + advancing the nation through technology + two men competing for her, only to end up regretting it) Lu Jichen: He is an ill-omened man. On the day his elder brother got married, they smeared dog blood all over his face and locked him in a cellar. Later, she brought him out, washed his hands, let him sit at the table, fed him, and paid for his education. Wei Chiyuan: He is the young lord of an aristocratic clan; she is a young widow. One sc 17.1kReads9.3Score2.1k14d adds
36. 36 献 Offering to the Abyss 献京渊 Qi Yi Zi七一子Ancient Romance528k WordsCompleted [Print edition releasing October 25] “He taught me to kill, seize power, and look after myself. I taught him what it means to have a weakness.” [Serious drama + political intrigue + the fate of the nation and its people + I’m terrible at writing blurbs] Jiang Qingyu was born into wealth, and her family’s love had made her naive and pampered. It wasn’t until the day the entire Jiang family was executed that she realized how foolish she had been! When she opened her eyes again, she was determined 24.3kReads9.5Score3.9k14d adds

    Reader note

    Haha, both the male and female leads are strong, I even think the female lead is stronger, never mind, it's too sweet!

37. 37 男 My Boyfriend Is Insecure and Cries Easily. How Could He Be the Villain? 男友自卑又爱哭，怎么可能是反派 Little Duckling小鸭鸭Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Devoted and equally powerful couple + mildly scary infinite worlds + indulgent wish fulfillment] [They seem perfectly normal on the outside, but both are crazy inside. The heroine trains her man like a dog, while the hero is insecure and pitiful.] Yu Li and her boyfriend had known each other for four years and been together for three. They were deeply in love. Her boyfriend was gentle and considerate. Aside from being a little clingy and insecure sometimes, and always wanting her to watch horro 30.3kReads9.5Score4.8k14d adds
38. 38 娇 Cherished by Him! The Business Tycoon Throws Himself into Love 娇宠！商总为爱自投罗网 Heaven Opens to Delusions天开妄想Modern Romance522k WordsCompleted The print edition of Beloved is now available. [Power Couple & Sweet Romance & Everyone's Darling + A Touch of Business Warfare and Military Life] [Retired, Proud Young Lady & Kyoto's Mastermind in Power] Jiang Yun is the youngest daughter of a prominent political family in Kyoto, a carefree retired soldier and an untouchable heiress in the capital's elite circles. She bows to no one and fears no one. Shang Yan is the head of Kyoto's foremost financial conglomerate, the Shang Group. Ruthless and 22.1kReads9.4Score2.9k14d adds

    Reader note

    [Strong vs. Strong & Sweet Romance & Pampered by the Group & Micro-Business Warfare and Micro-Military Journey] A Rebellious Young Lady in Charge & A Powerful Figure in Kyoto's Political Circle. Jiang Yun, the youngest daughter of a prominent political family in Kyoto, is a carefree and irresponsible soldier, an unapproachable darling of Kyoto's elite circles, defying and fearing no one. Shang Yan, the head of Kyoto's top conglomerate, the Shang Group, is a ruthless, cunning, and shrewd business genius, fearless and unrestrained. At a banquet, these two powerful figures clash. A fierce competition in the business world, a clash of power and intrigue. She thought she was the one casting the net, unaware that the fishing line was in his hands from beginning to end. At the moment of reeling in the net, she missed her target, while he willingly stepped down from his pedestal and walked right into the trap.

39. 39 重 Reborn: I Flirted the Gloomy Regent into a Daze 重生后，阴鸷摄政王被我撩晕了 Heart Yearning for Gardenias心向往栀Ancient Romance556k WordsCompleted "Print edition available for preorder October 24 at 7 p.m.!" "Black Lotus Beauty of a Princess & the Grim, Ruthless Regent" [Two Powerful Leads + Sweet Romance + Devoted Couple + Putting Scumbags in Their Place] Zhixian was the sharpest blade at the side of the Third Prince of Nanzhao, eliminating every obstacle in his bid for the throne. But on the day he was named crown prince, she met her end. "Zhixian, if you want to blame someone, blame yourself for knowing too much." Xuan Yuan Heng wiped t 32.5kReads9.3Score3.3k14d adds

    Reader note

    The female lead appears delicate and petite, but is actually a ruthless and cunning black swan. She's incredibly cute when she's being charming, and the male lead is also a top-tier character. Their storyline is absolutely captivating!!! Highly recommended!!!

40. 40 何 Why Not Sail Together 何不同舟渡 Xian Yuke羡鱼珂Ancient Romance483k WordsCompleted "The print edition under the same title is available to buy online" [No golden finger, no transmigration, no rebirth. A pure historical romance about family and country, with high-IQ espionage and political intrigue] [A double agent undercover + a petty thief who grows: a lone wolf plays a game of raising a rabbit, gives her fangs, then insists they run away together] In a chaotic age, she is a thief worth less than a blade of grass, willing to do whatever it takes to stay alive. She steals ten 142kReads9.7Score112k14d adds

    Reader note

    The female lead, Nan Yi, is a cunning and resourceful young female thief from humble beginnings in a chaotic world, willing to do anything to survive. The male lead, Xie Queshan, was once a spirited young general, but due to national and personal vendettas, he transforms into a stoic double agent, bearing the stigma of treason and forging his own path alone. What started as a cliché tale of a young female thief and a cold-faced general turned out to be incredibly engaging from start to finish! From their initial scheming and love-hate relationship to their later mutual support and unwavering commitment amidst the power struggles, their romance is delicate and complex, with every scene deeply moving. It's truly a well-written story.

41. 41 惊 Shocking! The Secret Identity Big Shot Takes the White Lotus Down From Every Angle 惊！马甲大佬她对白莲花横踢竖卷 Yu of the Three-Tiered Tower三重楼喻Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Publishing deal signed] [Satisfying revenge, lighthearted comedy, secret identities, putting scumbags in their place, a quirky and formidable mercenary boss VS a principled young heir from Beijing’s elite circles, devoted heroine] At their first meeting, Shu Lan shoots Lu Jinhan and leaves him badly wounded. She chases him all the way back to China, then becomes an ordinary university student. He runs, she chases; he has nowhere to hide. She’s the world’s number-one mercenary king! She’s a foun 56kReads9.5Score6.6k14d adds

    Reader note

    These books will fulfill all your expectations for a strong female lead novel! Both the male and female leads are strong and won't hold each other back. The author's writing is excellent, the plot flows naturally without any abrupt transitions, and the reviews are interesting. Highly recommended!!!

42. 42 致 Deadly Female Agent: She Takes the Entertainment World by Storm 致命女特工，娱乐圈杀疯了 Nightless Marquis Yun Li不夜侯云黎Modern Romance1.3M WordsCompleted [Comedy + high IQ + incredible skills + face-slapping + secret identities + equally matched leads] CP: Jiang Qilan An international top agent's soul transmigrates into a washed-up nobody of a star. Cheng Ling, a stain on the entertainment industry known as the “Flower of Evil,” joins the survival-variety show Survival in Desperation. The whole internet mocks her, eagerly waiting for her to make a fool of herself. Once filming begins, a snake appears in the wilderness. The production crew and aud 34.3kReads9.4Score5.1k14d adds
43. 43 穿 Wear a Cheongsam! Hold Prayer Beads! The Metaphysics Expert Plays by Her Own Rules 穿旗袍！盘佛珠！玄学大佬路子野 Fine Night良宵Modern Romance625k WordsCompleted [Supernatural + Hilarious + Showbiz + Livestream + Everyone’s Favorite] A haunted-house exploration variety show is about to premiere, and rumors say they’ve invited a mysterious feng shui master from Weibo. When Su Jinluo appears in a qipao with prayer beads in hand, the entire internet goes wild. Netizens: “You’re telling me this is a master?” A terrifying paper effigy attacks. Su Jinluo calmly burns a paper talisman. “Just burn it up.” A woman in red reveals herself as a ghost. Su Jinluo driv 1.2kReads9.0Score19714d adds
44. 44 佛 The Buddhist Monk Breaks His Vows for Love, Kneeling as He Coaxes Her for a Kiss 佛子为爱破戒，跪着对她轻哄索吻 Tangtang the Crybaby Cat糖糖是爱哭猫Modern Romance435k WordsCompleted Secret identities + feel-good elite-family romance + strong heroine + sweet pampering + real and fake heiresses That night, the love curse flared up. To stay alive, she had no choice but to climb into his bed. After one night of passion, she thought they would go their separate ways and never get involved again. But when her life was in danger, he appeared like a god and saved her once more. - When they met again, she was on edge. To avoid owing him a romantic debt, she pretended to be confused 7.7kReads9.3Score1.1k14d adds
45. 45 哄 What a Display of Filial Piety! The Crazy Little Girl Is Addicted to Face-Slapping 哄堂大孝！疯批小姑娘她打脸上瘾 Yu of the Three-Tiered Tower三重楼喻Modern Romance743k WordsCompleted [Completed] [Feel-good story + devoted couple + lighthearted comedy + contrasting personalities + secret identities + showbiz + no rebirth] A brazen, outrageous, sociable, sharp-tongued little mercenary girl VS an obedient, well-mannered, aloof princely heir, as untouchable as a flower on a high peak (Content warning: The male lead is breathtakingly beautiful and utterly useless at first, but there’s a twist later.) On the first day after returning to China, Jiang Wanxing runs into a man as beau 16kReads9.4Score1.8k14d adds
46. 46 秦 The Real Heiress in Lord Qin's Arms Came from the Countryside 秦爷怀里的真千金她从乡下来 Bamboo Brings Peace竹报平安Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [The short drama The True Heiress, a Master Physician, is now streaming] She is the heiress to the Li family conglomerate in the capital, but she spent fifteen years living in the countryside... When she returns to the Li family, everyone calls her a country bumpkin and an airhead. Just watch her face-slap them all. An internationally renowned designer, a professor at a top university, a financial tycoon, a medical genius... Everyone else: “We can't afford to offend her!” He is the richest man i 28.3kReads9.4Score3.5k14d adds
47. 47 直 Live Dating Show: The All-Round Superstar Has a Face of Legendary Beauty 直播恋综，全能大佬她有盛世美颜 I Just Want Spicy Food就要吃辣Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Synopsis: [Beloved by Everyone] [The Female Lead Is a True Powerhouse] [Stunning Beauty] [Everyone Is Enchanted by the Female Lead] [Not a Pure Secret Identity Story] Wen Mian is a little-known actress at the bottom of the entertainment industry, known by everyone as a pretty face. She is also the contract wife of Bai Jin, the nation’s dream man. One day, Wen Mian said to Bai Jin, “Um, honey, I might have to do something a little naughty.” Bai Jin: “???” Wen Mian said with a perfectly serious ex 3.5kReads9.2Score64614d adds
48. 48 校 Campus Ace: The Big Shot Is Playing the Pig to Eat the Tiger Again 校园王牌：大佬又在扮猪吃虎 Black Ink on White Paper白纸黑字Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Print edition signed] She was the world's number one genius assassin, a name that struck terror into the hearts of all who heard it. Cold and ruthless, she killed without a trace, only to be deceived and used by her organization and brutally murdered. Then she was reborn as a fat, stupid, good-for-nothing female student? Fat? Once she slimmed down, she stunned everyone! Stupid? The president of Jing University personally came to recruit her! Good-for-nothing? A legendary hacker begged to call h 57.9kReads9.3Score5.3k14d adds
49. 49 我 I Saved the Entire Sect by Giving Up 我靠摆烂拯救了全宗门 The Princess Isn't Going Home公主不回家Ancient Romance1.9M WordsCompleted (The second physical volume is out) Ye Qiao woke up one day to find she had become the second senior sister, a tool character in a novel about a girl adored by everyone. In the novel, whenever the junior sister was in trouble, the second senior sister stepped in. If the junior sister wanted a divine artifact, the second senior sister fetched it. If the junior sister lacked a spiritual root, hers had to be dug out. Ye Qiao was at her breaking point. She fled the mountain in the middle of the nigh 217.1kReads9.6Score24.3k14d adds
50. 50 顶 The Ultimate White Moonlight Goes All Out 顶级白月光她开大了 Xi Ju西桔Modern Romance587k WordsCompleted A short drama of the same name, Top-Tier White Moonlight Goes All Out, is available on Hongguo Short Drama. Watch Wang Yiyang. Meng Jie, a wealthy and powerful business magnate from Bingzhou, awakens in the body of a true heiress who has just been brought back by a rich family to take the place of their fake heiress in an arranged marriage. At home, everyone looks down on her and finds fault with everything she does. “She’s so tacky and provincial, with no sense of refinement. Taking her anywher 2kReads9.2Score25814d adds

Other lists with Spring Tide over Beijing and Macau