In the lightless darkness, a voice echoed.
No one knew who was speaking, nor how long they had been observing this place.
Yet the bound creator, Prometheus, was not surprised by the sudden voice; he merely smiled and calmly responded to the unexpected visitor.
After all, he had never lacked for company here.
"I can't say I regret it, just that I feel I could have done things more perfectly at one time."
"As for why it's humans... it's only that everyone has their own preferences. Some like power and strength, but I happen to find joy in the development of humans."
"There's no difference in stature; Zephyrus would grovel for what he desires, and I can endure pain for what I wish for, nothing more."
"But what about you... For what purpose have you come?"
"Hmm?"
Somewhat surprised, but not entirely so.
A small black snake, slithering through the void, landed on the iron spike that pierced through Prometheus's chest.