Byline & Lies

Vedika Roy once believed the truth could change everything. After all, she was a journalist. Her byline was supposed to stand for truth. But one mistake destroyed her career, her credibility, and the life she built chasing headlines. When she returns to Jaipur for a fresh start, she learns that her best friend has disappeared without a trace. The last place she was seen? Zyvora Systems. A powerful tech company known for its success... and silence. Determined to uncover the truth, Vedika enters the company under a fake identity, ready to chase the story that could rebuild her name. A story worthy of her byline. But inside Zyvora stands Suryansh Oberoi. Cold. Powerful. Untouchable. A man surrounded by influence, secrets... and far too many lies. The deeper Vedika digs, the more dangerous the truth becomes. Because every answer seems to lead back to him. And the man she suspects the most is the one she finds herself drawn to. In a world of power, secrets, and deception- will Vedika finally reclaim her byline, or will Suryansh's lies destroy everything first? Tropes: ~ Enemies to Lovers ~ Workplace Romance ~ Mysterious Billionaire / Powerful Boss ~ Undercover Identity ~ Secret Investigation ~ Slow Burn ~ Forced Proximity ~ Hidden Truths ~ Suspense & Secrets ~ Touch Her and You Die ~ Trust No One ~ Romantic Thriller Note: This is a work of fiction that blends romance with suspenseful and dark themes. It contains depictions of crime, violence, and murder, presented as part of the story's narrative.