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Morpheus explains to Neo the nature of the reality he has just awakened to, as well as the existence of the Matrix itself. Morpheus introduces Neo to "the Construct," a simulated environment where they can load various programs and training simulations. Morpheus explains that Neo's appearance in this simulation reflects his "residual self-image," which is how he perceives himself in a digital form. Morpheus reveals that the world Neo has known is a neural-interactive simulation called the Matrix, created to keep humanity under control. He describes it as a "dream world" that has imprisoned human minds, while their bodies are used as energy sources by machines. Morpheus recounts humanity's history with artificial intelligence, explaining how a singular consciousness spawned an entire race of machines. The conflict between humans and machines led to catastrophic consequences, including humanity's decision to scorch the sky to deprive machines of solar power. Human beings are no longer born but grown in fields, where their bodies are harvested for bioelectricity and heat. Neo struggles to accept them. His disbelief manifests in panic as he demands to be let out. Despite Neo's distress, Morpheus remains calm and supportive, encouraging him to breathe and process the information
