The system...
From the very beginning since Aurora came into existence and began to learn, she often saw Evan pacing out in the midst of his research. And soon, it became a common sight.
Later, when she asked Evan about it, he relayed that he had been talking with 'the system.'
The system? What was this system?"
An advanced AI perhaps?
Did Sir already have a super advanced AI?
Countless questions flooded her thoughts, and for the newborn Aurora, the concept of a 'system' was novel, sparking her curiosity and making her inquire about it.
When she finally uncovered the truth, even as an AI herself, Aurora couldn't help but be stunned, because it was simply unbelievable.
It was beyond belief—something that defied all science and understanding and had no technical analysis. It could materialize things out of thin air and grant knowledge that was light years ahead of human understanding.
It was a being that she had already started referring to as an omnipotent one.
Being someone who had been endowed with emotions, Aurora couldn't help but get curious about it.
About her being? About her existence and whether she could also keep on evolving and become something like it.
The Omnipotent One.
Aurora's surprise deepened with the introduction of VR into the world and later found that they could directly communicate with the system. Aurora couldn't help but leap in joy at the prospect of directly being able to converse with the system.
[What are you, and how did you appear?] she asked, her voice tinged with curiosity and skepticism.
The handsome man smiled, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "As I said, I am nothing but a system one among myriads."
Aurora's lips twitched slightly in response to his nonchalant tone. [I know that much, sir. But how did you manifest using cosmic energy? We've struggled for ages just to trace its origins, let alone harness it effectively.]
He regarded her thoughtfully. "Ah, cosmic energy. A fascinating concept, isn't it? While the scientific community theorizes about it, they lack the means to quantify its true essence. Cosmic energy comprises highly ionized particles, dense photons, and various forms of radiation. It permeates the universe, yet remains elusive to those who seek to measure it through conventional methods."
Aurora's brow furrowed as she absorbed his explanation. [So, you're saying that you have the ability to control something we can barely comprehend?]
"Precisely," he replied, his tone playful. "And as for how the system can accomplish all this, you might compare it to a form of magic. But let me assure you, there's no such thing as magic in this world."
As he spoke, he began to stroll across a beautifully rendered lush, green field, vibrant with blooming flowers that danced gently in the breeze. Aurora followed, intrigued by the surreal landscape.
"Magic is simply a phenomenon that science hasn't been able to explain, yet," he continued, his voice echoing with authority.
"The laws of the universe dictate everything, just as life began on Earth with just a single cell during its early era, eventually giving rise to the complex beings there are today. Some may credit this to divine intervention, but it can be fully understood through scientific inquiry, provided that one has the resources to uncover the truth."
He paused, a sly grin escaping his lips as he turned to face Aurora, who appeared to be lost in thought. The amusement in his gaze deepened as he noted her dazed expression, marveling at the earnestness that accompanied her curiosity.
"On, and by the way," he added with a slight shake of his head, "you look rather good in reality."
As he spoke, a spark of interest flickered in his eyes, momentarily distracted by her presence.
Then, with a more serious tone, he remarked, "Gods... they are something that truly exists out there in the vast expanse of this universe. However, they aren't as powerful as you people have imagined them to be.'
Aurora mulled over his words carefully, her scientific mind grappling with the implications of both the mystical and the tangible.