A Fire in the Sun

Marid Audran's transformation from a struggling hustler in the Budayeen to a figure embodying everything he once loathed highlights the complexities of identity and survival in a fractured future Earth. Once valuing his independence over material wealth, he now grapples with the consequences of his choices in a society that challenges his morals and desires. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery and the impact of environment on personal values.