Minutes drifted by, the only sound a relentless, subterranean rumble, an echo of the unending earthquake that had shaken the world into silence.
Gradually, the swirling dust began to settle, unveiling the shattered reality of the planet. Yet, there remained no eyes to witness this desolation.
Millions had perished, erased in an instant.
Newborns, untouched by the world's cruelties.
Children, who had only moments ago been lost in play, their awakening still far ahead.
Expectant mothers, nurturing unborn life.
Innocents, untainted by malice.
Ancient vampires, clinging to the final embers of existence.
None were spared.
Life in all its forms, trees, animals, beasts, insects, even the smallest organisms, was annihilated.
A once-vibrant world, teeming with energy and promise, had been reduced to nothing more than a barren, lifeless expanse.
But Anthony felt no remorse.
No hesitation.
No second thoughts.
