The sky grew violet on the east and dawn began to shine as it had for millions of years whether men battled men or titans walked the earth.
Even though the sun was shining, he knew today would be a sad day. 
mnli hypothesis: Even though the sun was shining, he knew today would be a sad day.  premise: The sky grew violet on the east and dawn began to shine as it had for millions of years whether men battled men or titans walked the earth.