Eternal Night

“Welcome to a world of endless warfare.

“You’re a blade. It’s your destiny to kill and conquer for God.

“You must win every battle. Regardless of whether you’re a defender, or a trailblazer; regardless of whether you’re an impassive weapon, or impassioned ammunition; regardless of whether your identity is a commander, a soldier, or a prisoner.

“Remember that your merit is his merit, and your glory is his glory.

“Victory or defeat, fresh flowers or a tombstone, you only have one end.

“Walk through that door, and you are war incarnate.”

“No.” He said, “I am victory.”

–

He stood before the door. “One last question.”

“Please, ask.”

“How will he reward me?”

“…”