Mariana : Secrets draped as Lies
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Last published Tue, Mar 18, 2025
What a mere 25 year old, struggling lawyer could possibly do?
In a world full of lies that appear to be the truth, she was the 'truth seeker'. She knew about the shadows following her, the guns and the rifles being pointed on her and that her every step was being recorded. She knew she wasn't safe anymore. She could die anywhere anytime anyday, without anyone knowing. Yet, she foolishly seeked for the truth, for justice and secretly, for revenge.
Days went by. Meals froze in the fridge day after day. The bed was left untouched for weeks. She kept running, hiding in disguise, looking here and there for evidence, went to places all alone, did everything and even pushed her limits to the farthest extent. But in return, all she got was her hope in shattered pieces.
But what will happen when things start to change automatically? When suddenly, everything around her starts to get easier? And as if the world gives her another chance?
Or, is it another trap to get a hold of her? Is it worthy enough to fall for?
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