The Anti-gravity Generator stirred the magic power currents permeating the entire cosmic background radiation. The "dragon," as enormous as a towering building, traveled beyond the edge of the upper atmosphere. The dense cloud cover had become a vast blur in the background, while invisible Magic Power Storms swept across the edges of the Protective Barrier—at the boundary between its force field and outer space, rings of nearly invisible ripples spread outward like the ripples raised by a pebble falling into water.
"Various parameters are basically identical to those calculated by the creators 1.87 million years ago...
"The propulsion technology left behind by the Voyagers remains effective in the current era...
"Energy and propulsion systems are functioning well. After crossing the gravitational threshold, attempt entry into the Shadow Realm and verify whether submerged propulsion is feasible...
"Collect and compare starlight signals... The star charts left behind by the Voyagers can no longer be used. Attempt to recalibrate the stellar axis. Set the destination for now as a solid planet near 'Ao'... Energy and material supplies may be obtained there... a suitable staging point."
Omega's thought threads were active, continuously considering one question after another. He gathered entirely new intelligence and formulated entirely new plans. Distant starlight shone across his alloy-forged body, and that dancing radiance looked as beautiful as the planet below—new sensations surged through his nervous system, and after a brief assessment, Omega classified them as "joy" and "anticipation."
He raised his head and looked farther into the distance. Having passed through the visual interference layer the Voyagers had established around the entire planet, those ancient satellites and space stations were gradually emerging from the darkness.
"Voyager Legacy detected... all remain silent. Omega... I feel somewhat sad. This sadness is different from how I felt when leaving Tarlonnd."
Omega pondered,