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She was raised to stay quiet. He was raised to never show weakness.
Rudra grew up in a loving but complicated family, where old wounds, unspoken expectations, and fierce loyalty shaped every relationship. As the only son of parents who fought the world to be together, he carries the weight of protecting everyone-especially his outspoken elder sister, Reetu.
When fate brings him face-to-face with a woman who hides her own scars behind strength, their lives slowly intertwine. Between family conflicts, buried secrets, emotional battles, and a love that neither of them expected, Rudra must choose between the life others planned for him and the one his heart truly wants.
A heartfelt contemporary romance about family, healing, sacrifice, and finding love when you're still learning to find yourself.
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