[ WP ] Modern civilization is wiped out , but in the future legends remain of the highly-advanced ancient civilization .

They talk of a land full of light and life. 
 
 A place of wonder. 
 
 But they talk in whispers. Everyone knows the stories, yet what comfort do they hold for us? Who wants to hear about this beautiful place with it's amazing advancements and ease of life? 
 
 Be thankful for what you have, they tell us. 
 
 For we are alive and where are these ancients with their flying machines and excess? 
 
 We toil in the dark spaces, digging deeper and growing what little we can to survive. 
 
 They had it all as the legends go. Then with another of their technological wonders, they threw it away with a blinding light. 
 
 Up on the surface. But the surface means death. 
 
 Below ground means... not dying. 
 
 Neither is living. 
 
 So I climb. 
 
 
 Higher than I've been before. 
 
 The metal door is heavy, but it moves. 
 
 I take my first step into this old, but new world. To see the wonders the ancients have left. 
 
 But the climb was tiring. I've worked myself too hard and have thrown up my food. 
 
 This land is beautiful. Not grey and black, but brighter. Browns, and yellows! Red's too! 
 
 Thirsty. But the water tastes... strange. 
 
 It's hot, I think I need to rest. 
 
 Still throwing up. 
 
 Be ok after a sleep. 
 
 Yes. Sleep. 
 
 
 
 

