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She believes herself accustomed to darkness, but no imagination of hers can fathom the depth at which it waits.
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Ira Mathur is hopelessly romantic, but it only helps her weave intricate tales, not reject the reality of the world. She longs to be recognized for her talent, to succeed as a writer. Thus, she crafts emotionally charged love stories, driven by her desire to make the world a better place.
Vikram Awasthi is the antithesis of ideals, blood staining his existence. His influence stretches far beyond the law's reach. He revels in the darkness of his empire-one built on corruption, fear, and silence. It is his source of power. A man born from suffering, he writes his own rules, cruel and non-negotiable.
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Unexpected critical acclaim for one of her novels makes her believe she has taken a step toward her dream. However, she does not realise that one of the most dangerous crime syndicates has taken an interest in her.
They want to deflect headlines. They seek to construct a cover-up. And they believe Ira is the perfect choice-someone they can exploit and discard. So, they lure her in. They promise her a dream and trap her in a world where cruelty is the creed.
She ventures forward to transform her career, but the underworld waits to consume her. She tries to peel back layers of pretense to uncover the truth, only to find herself in a labyrinth with no escape-forced to move deeper with every step.
Will Ira let the darkness stain her, or will she fight to remain untouched by it? Will she uncover the truth and risk everything or become another silent casualty in a world built on fear?
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