Viper (Naga Brides Book 1)

In a dystopian Earth, humans find themselves as the aliens. I spin away from Vruksha as he sets me down, brandishing my hand to keep him at bay. "Take me back out," I gasp, barely paying any mind to the colorful things around me. "I want out."

People often go into holes to be forgotten or, worse, to die. Vruksha responds, "Soon, human. When you calm again. When it is safe."

"I am calm!" I retort.

"When you submit to me then," he says, his voice lowering as he sets his spear against the wall next to the stairs. I swallow and back up another step. "So that's your plan? Keep me captive until I do what you say?"

"I will keep you captive regardless of whether you listen to me or not," Vruksha explains. "I cannot let you roam the forest when there are predators, and there are always predators. Ruthless, bloodthirsty creatures who would like nothing more than to feast on your flesh."

My stomach sinks as I realize the gravity of the situation. "I refuse," I state firmly.

Turning to face me, Vruksha says, "I will do whatever it takes to keep you safe. Gemma, you will never stop being hunted. I can be your weapon."

From the Publisher, this dystopian narrative plunges the reader into a world where humans are the outsiders, the aliens in their own domain. The stark contrast between the protagonist's desperate desire for freedom and Vruksha's unwavering determination to keep her captive for her own safety creates a palpable tension that drives the story forward.

The adjustments to the word order, while maintaining the original meaning, have helped to create a more seamless and engaging reading experience. The narrative flow is improved, and the reader is drawn deeper into the protagonist's predicament and the underlying power dynamics at play.

Throughout the passage, the vivid imagery and the characters' emotive exchanges captivate the reader, hinting at a larger, more complex narrative that is yet to unfold. This modified version preserves the essence of the original while enhancing the overall readability and immersive quality of the text.

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