The day started out just like any other day.
Maddeningly similar to every day that came before it.
He woke from sleep that had long since become unnecessary, but nonetheless taken anyway simply to pass the endless stretches of time that no longer held any real meaning for beings such as themselves.
For several moments, he would stare silently at the same ceiling that had greeted him for probably longer than what could have been the lifespans of countless civilizations.
Still the same today, huh?
Same ceiling.
Same walls.
Same room.
Same existence.
Then, within that makeshift underground settlement that knew neither morning nor night, responsibilities would come pouring in like clockwork.
"...Forgive me for the interruption, Your Highness, but it's the Eastern barrier..."
The voice belonged to a man dressed in an immaculate white uniform. Even now, he remained respectfully bowed as he delivered the report.
The figure sitting on the bed merely sighed.
