Circa 1800 CE – The Industrial Revolution
By the time the Industrial Revolution began, Marcus had become a figure of myth. The world was changing, and new technologies were rapidly transforming society. Machines, steam engines, and factories were reshaping the landscape. Marcus stood at the edge of this new world, watching it unfold with both awe and concern.
He visited the bustling cities of London, Manchester, and Paris, where the working class toiled in factories, their labor a driving force behind the revolution. Marcus saw the promise of progress, but also the dangers of unchecked industrialization.
One day, he met with a young engineer named Isambard Kingdom Brunel, known for his ambitious projects that pushed the boundaries of engineering. As they stood in the shadow of a newly completed bridge, Marcus spoke to him about the future.
"Your creations will shape the world, Isambard," Marcus said, his voice deep with wisdom. "But remember, the world must be shaped with care, not just power."
Isambard, though a man of science, was struck by Marcus's words. He saw in him a vision of the future—a future where progress was tempered with caution. The young engineer went on to build some of the most impressive structures of the time, always with Marcus's words echoing in his mind.