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In the vast deserts of Saudi Arabia, a groundbreaking architectural marvel has emerged: The Line, a 170-kilometer-long city promising a utopian future. Alice Harper, a determined journalist, moves to this gleaming, vertical metropolis seeking a fresh start and an exclusive story. But beneath the city's perfect facade lies a dark undercurrent that threatens to unravel its carefully constructed dream.

As Alice delves deeper into the city's hidden corners, she uncovers secrets that put her life at risk. The stress of living in such a controlled environment is taking its toll on the inhabitants, and The Line is on the brink of chaos. With every revelation, Alice realizes that the perfect city is far from perfect, and the truth could have devastating consequences.

DISCLAIMER!!!  This is a work of fiction. The events, characters, and places depicted in this story are purely imaginary and are not intended to represent real events, individuals, or places. Any resemblance to actual events, individuals, or places is entirely coincidental.All Rights Reserved

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