"When paths collide"

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Summary

Story between bad boy Ryder Blackwood and Mukta Deshmukh When Ryder Blackwood, the charming yet reckless bad boy, crosses paths with Mukta Deshmukh, a fearless and extraordinary girl, their lives change in ways they never imagined. With thrilling action, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected comedy, "When Paths Collide" is a tale of fate, friendship, and the messy, beautiful moments that redefine everything. Please give it a try!

Status
Ongoing
Chapters
9
Rating
n/a
Age Rating
16+

Chapter 1

Hey, guys I'm miss_ mana💕😊. it's my first time writing story on Inkitt.

I hope you guys will like my book and give it a chance .

And also english is not my first language if any mistake will happen , please do let me know.


Introduction

Let's first meet our main leads of our story.

🌸 Mukta - Female lead

Full Name: Mukta

Age: 18

Background: From India, studying abroad with her close-knit group of friends (Ovi, Avi, Ashu, Abhi). Unknown to others, she and her friends are trained underground agents succesfullycompleted each and every mission given to them.they had completed their schooling in south korea, but for college studies they come to America and also they all are topper students.

Personality Traits:

Brave – Never backs down, even when threatened.

Smart & Sharp – Quick thinker; can read situations and people well.

Kind-hearted – Always helps those in need (e.g., helped Alex without hesitation).

Sassy & Bold – Doesn’t tolerate nonsense; gives savage comebacks.

Mysterious – People feel drawn to her but can’t quite figure her out.

Emotionally Strong – Doesn’t let emotions cloud her judgment easily.

Independent – Handles challenges on her own, without relying on others.

Style:

Simple but elegant; prefers comfortable yet confident fashion. She’s not flashy, but her aura makes her stand out.

Strength in Story:

Mukta’s strength lies in how unaffected she is by Ryder’s intimidating persona. She challenges him silently, unintentionally becoming the first person to disrupt his ego and attract his obsession.


🖤 Ryder Blackwood – Male Lead

Full Name: Ryder Blackwood

Age: 19

Background: Billionaire heir. Son of David Blackwood founder of blackwood technologies & Jacqueline Blackwood, owner of major luxury fashion brands. He handles part of the business empire while attending college. Known for being cold, arrogant, and feared across campus.

Personality Traits:

Dominant & Charismatic – Commands attention whenever he enters a room.

Short-tempered – Doesn’t handle defiance well; reacts harshly when challenged.

Calculative – Despite his anger issues, he’s highly strategic and cunning.

Playboy – Uses girls for fun but never opens his heart to anyone.

Dark & Intense – There's a darkness in him that both scares and fascinates others.

Possessive – When he wants something—or someone—he doesn’t stop until he gets it.

Feared Leader – With his best friends, he controls the college like royalty.

Style:

Always dressed in black or dark-toned designer wear. His look screams danger, and he loves the power that comes from fear.

Strength in Story:

Ryder’s dominance is unmatched—until he meets Mukta. She doesn’t fear him or beg for mercy. That unbothered attitude flips a switch inside him, making him dangerously obsessed.


🌸 Mukta’s Friends


1. Ovi Jhadav ( 18 years old .):-

Ovi is just like Mukta — calm, mature, and sharp-minded.She doesn’t speak much, but when she does, it matters.

With a silent confidence, she supports her friends like a backbone.

She’s soft-hearted but knows exactly when to stand her ground.She brings energy to the group .

2. Ashu Kulkarni (18 years old.):-

The calmest one in the group .Ashu is the quiet strength of the group — calm, composed, and clear-headedHe thinks before he speaks and always chooses peace over drama.

In tough times, everyone turns to him, knowing he won’t lose control.

Behind his calm eyes lies a deep maturity that grounds the entire group.

He balances everyone's emotions like a leader and thinks before reacting.

3. Avi shinde ( 18 years old.):-

Avi is the sunshine, cutie and baby of the group — funny, innocent, and full of life.

With his silly jokes and goofy antics, he lights up every room he walks into.

He often acts like a little kid, making Mukta, Ovi, Ashu, and Abhi pamper him endlessly.

But behind all the laughter and cuteness lies a heart that’s pure, loyal, and full of love.

4. Abhi Patil( 18 years old.):-

Abhi is the second cutie of the group — charming, handsome, and full of playful mischief.With Avi by his side, the two are a chaos duo, turning every moment into loud laughter and silly drama.

His witty comebacks and cheeky smile keep everyone on their toes and secretly entertained.

And though he acts all cool and tough, there are moments when even he needs pampering — and his friends are always there for him to pamper.


All are underground agents, and all five are highly trained in self- defence techniques, karate and many more.

All are intelligent and fearless.



🔥 Ryder's friends

Ethan Carter ( 19 years old.):-

Son of the owner of a world-famous diamond and gemstone empire dealing in rare jewels across continents.

Cold, controlling, and ruthless, Ethan doesn’t believe in love—only power and pride.

He treats girls as passing entertainment and fears no consequences.

His sharp stare alone speaks louder than words.

Mason Grey(19 years old.):-

Heir to an international chain of luxury cruise lines that dominate the tourism industry.

Mason is silent and cruel, showing no emotion and no mercy.

Girls are games, emotions are useless—he lives by his own dark code.

His presence alone demands attention, even without a word.

Christopher Ford( 19 years old.):-

Son of a billionaire who owns a global chain of luxury vineyards and wineries, supplying the world’s finest hotels and events.

Christopher is elegant on the surface, but heartless underneath.

He enjoys manipulating people, especially girls, for his own amusement.

He knows how to get what he wants—without ever caring who gets hurt .



"So guys, Mukta and her friends are underground agents—but will they perform any missions?

Well, to find that out, you'll have to wait for the upcoming chapters!"