In the opulent world of modern-day Pakistan, Layla Malik, once the wild heiress to a political dynasty, has transformed herself into a formidable force of ambition and revenge. Her heart scarred by betrayal, she stands at the helm of her family's empire, determined to consolidate power and make her enemies pay. Enter Azaan, the charismatic lawyer, the youngest scion of the influential Mughal family, who becomes enamored with Layla's guarded heart. As passion ignites, Layla's icy walls begin to crumble. But love is a dangerous game, and Layla is not ready to give in to its call. Meanwhile, the return of Layla's estranged cousin, Zaroon, sets the stage for a gripping power struggle. With secrets, scandals, and dark ambitions swirling, Layla must navigate treacherous waters to protect her legacy, even if it means keeping dangerous secrets. As love and ambition entwine, and the line between right and wrong blurs, Layla, Azaan, and Zaroon are set on a collision course. Will Layla dare to give love a second chance, or will her thirst for power and revenge consume her? Will Layla's heart thaw, or will ambition be her ultimate downfall?

❝Where a brutal and fierce king falls for a vain and beguiling queen.❞

~ A forced bride's depressing world collides with a wounded gangster on the run. Will this collision bring more chaos or will it be start of a new beginning? ~ FULL SUMMARY, AESTHETICS AND EXCERPT INSIDE. Cover by @Emalax

**A Wattpad featured story** Bekhudi || بیخودی ❝ He gently dragged his hand around the delicate skin of my neck, slowly caressing it under his stifling touch. I felt his breath curling against me, as a wave of sultriness rode over me. As if sensing it, his soft touch become firm and his thumb pressed against my bottom lip. His eyes were still trained on mine, studying me with a burning intensity. He looked at me with a fervent gaze, as I felt his eyes darken with desire? ❞ _____________________________ Bekhudi follows the life of Shanzae Malik, a political heiress, as she manoeuvres through the clutches of a patriarchal, honour bound society. Her life takes a turn when her family suggests an unexpected proposal to save their withering political dynasty. Crisis strikes, and her only option is to choose between the love of her life and his brother. A tale of love, heartache, deception & ecstasy!

Book #4 of the Fairytale series. Can be read as a stand-alone. What is time to a man who has loved her for five years. Five long ones and yet making no move. What is pain to the man who has watched her live her life whilst he waited in silence. Five years and yet making no move. What is it with him when it's her? Her laughter. Her career. Her presence. What is it with him finding a home in her unintentionally? Aliyaar Alamgeer did not plan for himself to fall so irrevocably in love with Barekhna Saleem - a spitfire of a criminal lawyer. Only it's not the man who decides the matters of the heart. STARTING DATE - Nov, 14, 2022. © qanootshahid14 2022

Book #3 in the Fairytale series A minister. A princess. A curious case of their pasts - that intermingle. A ruthless tale. A killing romance. & the two have none to blame. A story of painful rapture. Dreams to chase, & promises to keep. Mature Content. 18 + Gory content. Graphic content. Look inside for full synopsis. Started on - June 12,2022 Ended on - October, 5,2022