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LAYERS OF DECEPTION (ON HOLD)

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Reads 638
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Parts 6
Time 42m

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In the heart of a vibrant city, Ishita's  bakery radiates warmth and familiarity-a cherished retreat for locals. Yet beneath her gentle smile, whispers hint at a hidden resolve and a past marred by unspoken injustice. Across town,But one man is close to unraveling her secret. Ranveer, a sharp and intuitive detective, is tracking down a string of vigilante killings, unaware that the woman he loves is the one behind them. As the mystery tightens, their paths cross in ways neither could anticipate.


How long can Ishita remain invisible? And what will happen when Ranveer uncovers the truth? In a world where trust and deceit are intertwined, one question lingers: Can justice truly be served without sacrifice?

Ranveer commands respect as a prominent businessman, his polished exterior belying a relentless drive to follow cryptic clues. Drawn to an unidentified enigma lurking in the shadows, he pieces together a puzzle that promises to upend everything he thought he knew. In a world where every comforting facade conceals a secret, how long can the truth remain buried beneath layers of deception?All Rights Reserved

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