31st December,Time Square

The world knew him as Captain America, a symbol of hope and freedom for generations. But on New Year's Eve, a single gunshot in Times Square shatters that image, leaving Steve Rogers dead and a nation in mourning.
Tony Stark, consumed by grief and a burning need for vengeance, vows to unmask the killer. His quest plunges him into a treacherous conspiracy that stretches from the glittering lights of New York City to the ancient temples of India, where a hidden enemy lurks, their motives shrouded in shadows.
As Tony unravels a web of betrayal and deceit, he discovers that the threat to Captain America's legacy runs deeper than he ever imagined. Old allies become suspects, new enemies emerge, and the line between hero and villain blurs. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Tony must confront his own demons and make a choice that will define his future and the future of the Avengers.
But the truth comes at a devastating cost, forcing Tony to confront the ultimate question: how do you uphold a hero's legacy when the very foundations of that legacy have been shattered?
Fallen Shield: A story of betrayal, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope in a world on the brink of darkness.