Time passed without end, and the universe flowed without pause. The strings of fate and karma continued to intertwine as all beings moved to accomplish their own desires and purposes.
During this time, Damien remained on Calypto with limited contact with the outside world.
He traversed the mountains and rivers, explored the subterranean world, and became completely acquainted with this new world that he was to bind.
It was a novel experience.
Aside from the peacefulness of solitude, the clarity of mind Damien gained from mindlessly walking the earth was curious. He didn't quite know how to describe the way he felt.
It was an experience that made him feel bigger than himself. He, as a human, experienced the mindset of someone far transcending that level.
'Though, I guess I'm not quite human anymore.'