The forbidden flame

A "Childhood promises. Hidden desires. A love that refuses to be tamed." A childhood incident. A fire. A life saved... and one torn apart. Fifteen-year-old Gauri Malhotra barely escapes a deadly blaze at the temple, leaving her family shaken and her heart racing with fear and unanswered questions. Rudra Rathore, her enigmatic, cold, and distant childhood companion, vanishes from her life, sent abroad by his family to keep him safe - but the embers of their bond never die. Years later, Rudra returns. Silent. Obsessed. Possessive. His piercing gaze follows Gauri wherever she goes, a storm barely contained behind his stoic demeanor. Gauri, equally strong-willed and fiery, finds herself drawn to him in ways she doesn't yet understand In a world of wealth, power, family expectations, jealous cousins, and playful taunts, can Gauri and Rudra claim the love they were always meant to have... or will the chains of duty, secrets, and rivalry keep them apart? Intense, slow-burn romance laced with suspense, danger, and possessive love. it's a multicouple story Devansh, childhood protector and playful companion, has always been by Gauri's side, teasing, challenging, and supporting her. Ishani, Rudra's spirited younger sister, finds herself drawn to Karan, a charming, witty young man who makes her heart flutter. Rivalries, childhood crushes, and family entanglements collide in a world of wealth, status, and danger. Tropes: Professor × Student | Sunshine × Grumpy | Possessive × Possessive | Slow-Burn Romance | Forbidden Love | Childhood Friends → Reunited Lovers