The Exile Kiss

The story follows Marîd Audran, who transitions from a street hustler in the Budayeen ghetto to the enforcer for the formidable Friedlander Bey. Just as he starts to relish his wealth and status, betrayal strikes when a rival accuses him and Bey of murder, thrusting them into a perilous situation that challenges their survival and loyalty. The narrative explores themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of rising through a corrupt society.