1 The New World

In the sprawling metropolis of Neotropolis, where neon lights painted the night sky and hovercars zipped through the air. At the heart of this city lived Scott Miles, a seventeen-year-old with a mop of unruly hair and a mind that crackled with an electric brilliance.

Scott was the kind of person who could talk to machines better than people. It wasn't that they were antisocial, just that the intricate dance of algorithms and codes spoke to them in a language no human could match. Kate and Ray, their two best friends since childhood, often joked that Scott's closest companions were the holographic screens and whirring devices that filled their room.

One sunny morning, Kate and Ray barged into Scott's room which was beaming with all sort of neon glows with his holographic pc, finding their friend hunched over a holographic tablet, lines of code streaming like a digital waterfall.

"Earth to coding genius!" Kate chirped, her vibrant blue hair almost matching the holographic hues around them.

Ray, with his perpetually ruffled hair and infectious grin, added, "We're headed out for breakfast, and you're over here chatting up your circuits again!"

Scott looked up, a sheepish grin forming on their face. "Oops, lost track of time again. Breakfast can wait, can't it?" "Fine" he said after seeing his friends' expression that cries danger.

The three friends shared a laugh as they headed out to a nearby café. Over a spread of neon-tinted pastries and sparkling fruit juices, they chatted about everything and nothing. Scott's eyes, however, kept wandering back to the augmented reality advertisements flickering above the streets, showcasing the latest in robotic AI companions and self-driving vehicles.

"Did you see that new domestic helper AI?" Ray nudged Scott, nodding towards a hologram displaying a robot deftly juggling dishes.

"Sure did," Scott replied, their eyes lighting up. "I've been reading up on the programming languages they use to give those bots human-like dexterity. It's all about mimicking neural pathways, you know?"

Kate rolled her eyes playfully. "And here I thought we were just going to have a casual breakfast chat, not dive into the neural intricacies of AI programming."

They all laughed, and Scott couldn't help but grin. Despite their obsession with all things tech, Kate and Ray were their anchor to the tangible world. As they talked, Alex's mind raced with the endless possibilities that technology offered. The world had become a playground for those who could speak its language, and Alex was fluent in every byte, every pixel.

Later that day, while wandering through the bustling streets of Neotropolis, the trio stumbled upon a massive holographic sign that read, "TechCon: Unveiling the Future!" Intrigued, they followed the trail of holographic breadcrumbs, leading them to the doors of a colossal convention center pulsating with neon lights and the excited chatter of tech enthusiasts.

"Whoa," Ray breathed, his eyes widening as he took in the futuristic spectacle before them.

Kate elbowed Scott with a grin. "Looks like your kind of party, tech whiz."

Scott's heart raced as they stepped into the realm of the TechCon. Everywhere they turned, there were holographic displays showcasing cutting-edge gadgets, interactive simulations, and a myriad of robotic wonders.

"Real-life programming languages: Unleash the Power," a sign caught Scott's attention. Beneath the sign stood a bespectacled man with an inviting smile. As if drawn by an invisible force, Scott approached the stall.

"Welcome, young minds!" the man greeted. "Are you curious about the heartbeats of AI and the veins of our digital universe?"

Scott nodded eagerly. "Absolutely."

Introducing himself as Dr. Leo Morgan, a renowned computer scientist, he led Scott through a mesmerizing journey. He showcased holographic demonstrations of programming languages, each responsible for different facets of the AI-driven world. The crowd gasped in awe as Dr. Morgan brought to life the intricate symphony of codes that powered the robotic marvels surrounding them.

Hours slipped by like minutes as Scott immersed themselves in the world of programming fantasies. Kate and Ray joined them, their eyes wide with wonder. Dr. Morgan's animated explanations and interactive displays painted a vivid picture of the interconnectedness of technology and humanity.

As the convention began to wind down, Dr. Morgan handed Scott a small data chip. "Consider this a token of appreciation for your enthusiasm," he said. "Contained within are tutorials, resources, and insights into the real-life programming languages that shape our world."

"Thank you," Scott said, their voice filled with gratitude. "This is incredible."

Outside the convention center, as the neon lights painted the streets with a kaleidoscope of colors, Scott clutched the data chip in their hand. The world had just expanded before them, revealing the intricate layers of the Cyberverse.