Lighting Ceremony

August 13th, 2023.

Oriental Military Camp.

Richard and his Chief of Staff stood in front of the gas turbine generator installation site as the clock struck six in the evening. The evening sky displayed hues of orange and pink as day turned into night.

The gas turbine generator, a massive steel structure, dominated the scene. Engineers and technicians were busy finalizing the installation, and the generator was almost ready to come online.

Sitting next to him was his little sister, Lisa. His arms wrapped around her shoulder, and Lisa snuggled in, seeking comfort and warmth in the gathering chill of the evening. 

Only the high-ranking staff of the Oriental Military Camp are allowed to attend the lighting ceremony. The survivors could only witness the ceremony when the buildings they were occupying suddenly burst into light.

"My classmates are sad that you didn't allow them to come," Lisa said, pouting.