*Peep!* *Peep!* Peep!*
Mako's alarm pierced through the silence of his room, jolting him awake. His eyelids fluttered open, and for a moment, he lay still, groggy and disoriented, his mind catching up with reality.
It took him a second to remember the significance of today, the military display. The thought sent a surge of excitement through him, instantly chasing away any remaining remnants of sleep.
He rolled out of bed despite the lingering soreness in his muscles. Although his body still ached from the intense fight with Alexi, the rest had done wonders. His energy levels were starting to replenish, although they were not fully restored yet.
He stretched his arms wide, feeling the tension release from his limbs before he got ready in his usual military uniform.
