Yi and Ling transported Rowan into a world within the digital realm. Rowan asked, "Where are we going?" Yi replied, "We're entering a digital world with numerous sub-worlds, and right now, we're headed to a place known as the Gameverse." Rowan inquired further, "What is that world?" Yi explained, "It's a gaming world consisting of highly complex program code, comprising extraordinary digital elements that involve intricate mathematics and the properties of complex entities." Rowan nodded in understanding.
However, Rowan had a lingering question about the strength of Ling and Yi. So, he asked, and Ling responded, "In reality, we represent not only binary 0s and 1s, but we also embody the duality of Yin and Yang, complementing each other and maintaining the balance of this world. Our power is equivalent to the creations that arise from the digital programs ever created."
Ling continued, "Earth is where the concept of the digital is derived, a vast world encompassing a wide range of knowledge, like a labyrinth of deep knowledge on complex subjects, scientific properties, and intricate sciences. Every digital creation on Earth is like a drop of water compared to the vastness of this world, which is as extensive as seven oceans when combined. All these powers are part of us, shaping everything." Rowan nodded in agreement.
A bright light radiated into Rowan's eyes, and he closed them. When he reopened them, it was as though he was witnessing a future world with incredibly advanced technology. Ling welcomed him to the Gameverse, where Yi and Ling showcased numerous advanced technological creations, including highly intelligent AIs capable of predicting the future.
Yi asked, "Would you like to play a game?" Rowan agreed, and in the blink of an eye, a portal appeared in front of Rowan. Yi instructed Rowan to enter the portal, and when he did, he found himself in a dark room. Suddenly, a white screen appeared with the words, "Start the game." Rowan touched the screen, and the background music of the game began.
A gigantic dragon emerged from the ground, and a voice declared, "Begin!" The dragon spewed a blast of fiery breath at Rowan, who managed to dodge the attack. Rowan drew his sword and prepared to strike, but just as he was about to, the dragon struck him with its tail, sending Rowan flying.
Rowan, injured from the blow and tossed aside, saw a glass bottle containing green liquid appear. He drank it, and his body was revitalized with newfound strength. Rowan raised his sword and leaped toward the dragon, delivering a powerful blow that nearly brought the beast to its knees.
The dragon transformed into a formidable, seemingly exponentially stronger version of itself. It took to the air and struck the ground, creating a wave nearly equivalent to an atomic bomb. Rowan narrowly avoided the devastating wave by conjuring a dark ring and creating a robust defensive barrier.
Rowan swung his hand, forming a golden spear. He launched an attack at the dragon, but the dragon's wings deflected all the spears, sending them in different directions. Rowan realized that the dragon was even more powerful than he had anticipated and prepared to face it with all his might.
Unfortunately, Rowan was unable to defeat the dragon. With its tough scales and immense strength, the dragon easily overpowered him. However, something remarkable occurred. A card fell from the sky, depicting a highly powerful-looking robot.
When Rowan touched the card, a burst of light enveloped him, transporting him into the advanced robot. Rowan gained control of the robot and used it to defend against the dragon's renewed assault. Realizing the robot was armed, Rowan used its devastating weaponry to break through the dragon's defenses and make it easier to defeat.
After a fierce battle, Rowan emerged victorious. A portal appeared in front of him, and he entered it, returning to the original digital realm. There, he found Ling and Yi. Ling asked, "Did you enjoy that?" Rowan replied, "Yes."
Rowan, now aware that the world of Zephyria was far more extensive than he had initially thought, realized that the tower he had explored and other worlds he had heard of were just a small part of the complex Zephyria.
Ling and Yi asked, "Would you like to see something of great significance in this world?" Rowan answered, "Sure." Ling and Yi led Rowan to a highly secured location with remarkable technology and defenses.
Inside the room, Rowan saw a platform emitting a blue, fiery glow, with numerous programs working within the connection platform. Ling explained, "This is the Core, functioning as the brain of the digital world. It's known as the Nexus Core." Yi added, "The Core is a fundamental aspect of this digital realm. Even a minor disruption can alter the entire reality and the lives of entities within the digital world."
The Core embodies the essence of reality, similar to the CPU of a computer, which is a crucial component for a computer's operation. Every piece of data, even binary 1 and 0, is controlled by the Core, making it a fundamental aspect of the digital world.