𝐃𝐮𝐬𝐤 & 𝐃𝐚𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬

I didn’t plan to write this.
          
          It just… happened.
          
          Maybe it was the song or the story it told.
          
          Either way, I wrote something I don’t regret.
          
          A small checkpoint.
          
          It’s up now.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/405377036

 **New Chapter Out + I Need Your Thoughts** 
          
          A new chapter is up.
          
          But this time, I don’t just want to post and disappear—I actually want to hear from you.
          
          What are you thinking so far?
          
          About the story, the pacing, the investigation… and especially the characters. Who do you trust right now? Who feels off? What are your theories? Even the smallest reactions matter.
          
          I’ve been writing this story with a clear direction in mind, but your perspective as readers—what you’re noticing, questioning, or even expecting—means a lot to me at this stage.
          
          So if you’ve been reading quietly till now, this is me asking you to step in for a moment: Drop a comment. Share a theory. Tell me what you want to see more (or less) of.
          
          No spoilers, no pressure—just your honest thoughts.
          
          I’ll be reading everything. 
          
          — Dusk
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/402396739

This story has officially crossed 500 reads and 59 votes, and I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who has been reading, voting, and following the story while it’s still ongoing.
          
          One of the most exciting parts of writing this story has been watching you react to the characters as the investigation unfolds. Seeing you all discuss Adrian, Elena, Nathan, and Marcus—wondering who to trust, who to doubt, and what might really be happening behind the scenes—has made the journey even more fun for me as a writer.
          
          And the truth is… we’re still only getting started.
          
          There are still answers waiting to surface, decisions that will change everything, and a few truths that haven’t revealed themselves yet.
          
          So thank you for being part of this journey so far. Your reads, votes, and support genuinely keep the story moving forward.
          
          Let’s see where the investigation leads next. 
          
          — Dusk
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/402396739

@Dusk_and_Daydreams No I did not even receive a notification about the updates . I checked it now and yes you have ! Mere ko notification nahi aayi hai i swear (⁠╯⁠︵⁠╰⁠,⁠)..... Anyways congratulations over that toooooo !

First of all - congratulations for hitting 2k views and 300 votes on still with you !!!!!!!!!!!!! 
          
          Second of all - you have 2 new published stories ...and you didn't tell me ಥ⁠‿⁠ಥ...like whyy??!! 

✨ Update & Good News! ✨
          
          I’m excited to share that PROTOCOL: Guardian has officially qualified for the first round of ONC 2026 (Open Novella Contest) by crossing the 2,000-word milestone!
          
          This story is still ongoing, and reaching this stage means a lot. Thank you to everyone who has been reading, voting, and leaving comments so far—your support truly keeps the story moving forward.
          
          Chapter 3 is now live, and the world of PROTOCOL: Guardian is only starting to unfold. There’s a lot more coming: deeper secrets, bigger stakes, and characters whose motives may not be as simple as they seem.
          
          If you’ve been following the story, thank you for being part of this journey. And if you’re new, now is the perfect time to start reading.
          
          Let’s see how far PROTOCOL: Guardian goes in ONC 2026.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407540938

"In this building, reputation is armor. Out there, it’s a target."
          
          I am so excited to finally share my ONC Entry PROTOCOL: Guardian with you! This is a high-stakes Corporate Action Thriller with a "hidden heart" that shifts into a story of found family and unexpected loyalty.
          
          The Premise: Erisha Sharman is a weapon in a world of silk suits. She doesn't do "feelings," she doesn't do "mistakes," and she certainly doesn’t do "failure." After years of being defined by a single dark incident in her past, she’s offered a job that could change everything: protecting The Asset.
          
          The directive is simple: Zero failures. Absolute protection. No questions asked.
          
          But the Phulara Consortium is a shark tank, and the deeper Erisha goes, the more she realizes that the "Asset" she’s guarding is the only thing standing between an empire and total chaos.
          
          The Players:
          
          •	ERISHA SHARMAN: The elite, emotionally distant protector who reads a room in 0.4 seconds and strikes in 0.6. She’s out of her element in the corporate world, but she’s the only one who can keep the target alive.
          
          •	MAHEEN DHIMAN: The voice of the system. Methodical, procedural, and sharp. He and Erisha are "steel meeting steel"—a frenemy dynamic of constant bickering and fierce, begrudging loyalty.
          
          •	YUG SHELAR: A detective who doesn't just see a bodyguard; he sees a mystery. Observant and haunted by his past, he’s searching for the girl who once saved him. He is the only one who can see through Erisha's icy exterior to the "hidden heart" beneath the armor.
          
          The mission has begun. Will you follow the protocol?
          
          Add it to your Reading Lists! Drop a comment on Chapter 1 and let me know what you think of Erisha!
          
          CHAPTER 2 WILL DROP SOON
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/407540938

Heyy^ > ○ < ^
          I just noticed the still with you cover has changed, amazing cover btww it's so prettyy and beautifull (^☆○☆^)!!!

[Again], Hi everyone,
          
          I wanted to share a small (and slightly unexpected) update.
          
          This month, I’ll be writing and publishing a new story—something that wasn’t originally on my schedule. I recently came across the ONC: Open Novella Contest, and on a bit of a whim, I decided to take part. No big expectations—just the joy of writing, experimenting, and seeing where it leads.
          
          More details about this story (and a few other ideas I’ve been quietly collecting) will be shared in my book “Upcoming Projects & Ideas.”
          
          I’d also love it if my fellow writer friends would consider joining me in the contest, if they’re interested and have the time. It’s very much a for-fun experience—no pressure, just creativity and community. You can check out the official profile @ OpenNovellaContest for all the details.
          
          I’m really excited to take this little detour and share the journey with you.
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/405377036

Hi everyone,
          
          Chapter IX of The Game of Shadows is now live — “Forced Moves.”
          
          This chapter follows Marcus as the case starts pushing back. Old files resurface, uncomfortable connections come into focus, and the investigation begins to feel less like a pursuit and more like a setup. Nothing explodes, but the pressure definitely shifts.
          
          If you’ve been reading closely, this is one of those chapters where things lock into place—and once they do, there’s no easy way out.
          
          As always, I’d love to know what you think once you’ve read it.
          
          Happy reading,
          Dusk
          
          https://www.wattpad.com/story/402396739