In a world ravaged by an alien invasion, humanity teeters on the brink of extinction. Silas, a determined 22-year-old leader, emerges from the embers of society, driven to protect the remnants of his people. Haunted by the chaos of the past, he must navigate treacherous waves of environmental disasters, mind control, and genetic mutations designed to test the very limits of humanity.
Rhea, a 21-year-old controlled soldier with a background as an emergency responder, struggles to reclaim her identity after being manipulated by the aliens. As she grapples with the guilt of her past actions. Together, they strengthen a bond marked by tension, trust, and an lingering spark of romance, all while fighting against the forces that threaten their survival.
As they encounter Lucy, a young girl who represents hope in their shattered world, the trio must learn to navigate their complex emotions and forge a family amidst the turmoil. With the burden of the past weighing heavily on their shoulders, Silas and Rhea embark on a journey of redemption, trust, and resilience, determined to protect the innocent and reclaim their humanity.
As the final wave looms on the horizon, they must confront their fears and unite against their common enemy. Will Silas and Rhea find the strength to overcome their inner struggles and secure a future for the next generation, or will the weight of the past shatter their fragile bond forever?
The aliens kill every human they catch, or in rare cases, put trackers on them to discover their hidden villages. When Natalie is caught in an ambush, she is unexpectedly released. But there is no tracker. The Saursunes have an entirely different motive this time.
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Run. Don't look back.
When Natalie is trapped in an alien ambush, she is unexpectedly released. The first human to ever be let go.
The Saursunes invaded centuries ago, and everyone knows that getting caught is certain death. Natalie is confused but grateful to be alive. As a porter, one of the few humans with the rare ability to teleport between special crystal formations, she must leave the safety of her desert village every day to help gather food.
When other villages increase their raids on the Saursunes' farms, the aliens retaliate by hunting down every human they can find - except Natalie's group. Instead of trying to kill her and those helping her, they bring them food instead.
Is it a trap? Or something else? Natalie isn't sure, but one thing is certain: the Saursunes aren't done with her yet.
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