For years, Violet lived in silence - trapped in a home where love had died long ago. Her father's rage filled every corner - every scream, every bruise, every broken thing reminding them that peace was just a dream. Her mother endured, hiding pain behind silence, while Lily learned that quiet wasn't safety - it was survival. But one night, when her father is away, the air shifts. Peace finally settles into the house. For the first time in years, mother and daughter sit together - no shouting, no fear, just two women breathing freely. And then Lily asks, softly, "Mom... why did you marry Dad? If you'd married someone else, we could've been happy." Her mother's eyes glisten, her lips tremble. A silence stretches before she whispers, "I wish I had." That moment changes everything. What begins as a simple question turns into a confession - one that uncovers a story buried deep in the past. Years ago, before the abuse, before the marriage, her mother had loved someone else. A man unlike anyone she'd ever known - dangerous, powerful, feared. A man from the mafia world. He wasn't perfect. He wasn't safe. But he made her feel alive. He treated her like she mattered. Their love was wild, real, and forbidden. Until fate - and betrayal - tore them apart. She was forced to marry another man, one who became her greatest pain - Lily's father. But now, the daughter can't stop thinking about that story. Who was that man? Where is he now? And did her mother ever stop loving him? Driven by obsession and curiosity, Lily sets out to find the truth. Her search pulls her into a dangerous world - one filled with secrets, violence, and a love that never truly died. Because sometimes, love doesn't fade. It hides - waiting in the shadows for a second chance. ⚠️ Warning: This story contains scenes of abuse, trauma, and emotional intensity. Reader discretion is advised. If such themes make you uncomfortable, please skip this story. For readers 18+ only.

Shivani Gupta, who thought she knew her life - simple, steady, and her own. That was before she married Aditya Rathore, a man whose world glittered with wealth, power, and expectations she could never imagine. Thrown into a life she didn't choose, under the watchful eyes of society and the press. Aditya Rathore, who was ceo of Rathore industries and the secret mafia boss of a politician, who was raised to obey his father and was expected to be the next person who carries his wishes and desires. He married a commenner girl because of his father's request without any interest. To survive in that family, Shivani must navigate his family secrets, societal pressures, and a husband who doesn't yet know her heart. Every smile, every ritual, and every glance feels like a test - and survival isn't guaranteed. Will Shivani find her voice in the palace of gold? or Will she lose herself in the gilded trap of wealth and power? Genres: Romance. Drama. Contemporary Fiction. Slow-Burn / Enemies-to-Lovers. Family / Social Conflict. Tropes: Arranged Marriage / Marriage of Convenience. Billionaire / Wealthy Hero. Fish-Out-of-Water Heroine. Forbidden / Tense Love. Opposites Attract / Slow Burn Romance. Power & Status Conflicts. Secret Emotions / Inner Turmoil.

In a kingdom draped in shadow and whispered secrets, where loyalty is bought with gold and love is a dangerous game...... Vidya, She is the girl no one notices, the daughter of the palace advisor. She was always always pitied by her dark skin colour. All she wanted was to be free, happy, somewhere alive. She was only interested by the books that provide knowledge. But, She was brought to the palace as a backup bride. Rudra, He is the crown prince-cold, ambitious and handsome. He hated love, marriage and has trust issues. He only desired power. He was called the demon of the war. But, he was haunted by his own demons, and wary of every heart that dares to beat near him. He was feared by all kingdoms. Between gilded halls and candlelit corridors, between stolen glances and whispered promises, a forbidden bond will grow... a love that dares to defy rules, crowns, and destiny. ⋆ Royalty. ⋆ Secrets. ⋆ Desire. ⋆ Dark Romance. ⋆ Forbidden Love. ⋆ Intrigue. ⋆ Slow - Burns. ⋆ Hate - Love. ⋆ Betrayal. ❖ Will hearts survive the shadows of the throne...? ❖ Or Will love itself be the greatest danger of all? ❖ Will he be able to trust anyone ? ❖ Will he claim the throne which is also desired by his uncle? ⋆ For Petal Hearts who dare to follow passion into the dark. ⋆ This story is for you....🌹💖 Let me tell you one thing, I will upload the next chapters as soon as possible. But what I need is your support.🙏❤️