The snake, clearly displeased, thrashed in the water for a moment before it settled back down, its head barely visible above the surface. Aditya slumped against the wall, heart racing, realizing that any attempt to move the creature was futile. He’d have to wait, hoping the house would hold out until the army arrived.
His grandfather had watched from the top of the stairs, his expression a mix of fear and resignation. “Best leave it be,” he murmured, his voice barely audible over the steady drip of water seeping into the room.