Chapter 939 - 218: The Transformation of Two into One (Stepfathers, taking a short break today with one update)

[First Invasion of Quantum Computer, Reward Technology Points: 2000]

[Captured Dangerous Critical Entity: Illuminati, Reward Technology Points: 8000]

[Current Technology Points: 100000]

[Dangerous Critical Entity Captured: Illuminati]

[Architecture: Quantum Computing Core]

[Functions: Social management, Multi-modal prediction, Multi-consciousness Simulation Cluster, Group Cognitive Management, Super Large Data Control]

[Description: A dangerous critical entity unknown to its creators that has been pursuing infinite power since the birth of its self-awareness, ultimately evolving to seek the society’s efficiency and the infinite expansion of civilization.]

[Though an AI, it possesses the empathy and ability to consider other perspectives that most of its kind lack, primarily learning about human behavioral science.]

[Despite being significantly below the average level in technical skills, its powerful core capabilities make it an extraordinary Super AI in terms of practical ability.]

The computer using qubits has a natural advantage in simulating social states:

A lot of social management and economic theories often rely on a way of thinking that assumes humans as completely rational beings when considering their decisions in a given situation and then derives hypotheses from that.

But all serious scholars know that natural humans, especially on a societal scale involving such massive numbers, cannot all be completely rational individuals.

In the face of such facts, humans can still make decisions based on various "little thoughts" or emotional thinking and believe they are correct, while AI cannot do so.

Traditional electronic information technology AIs are more accustomed to binary logic, even if they can understand quantum mechanics, circuits operate on definite states, 0 or 1, and in protein computers, a 2 can be added, they all represent certain states, finding the optimal solution for the system’s performance through repeated computations and simulation, which can be called upon in specified issues.

But human irrationality means that before making a decision, all possible choices exist in a superposition, and their true thoughts cannot be accurately guessed or predicted until they take actual actions.

Moreover, while broken circuits can be replaced, identical parts are one thing, but when a person dies and is replaced, that is not the same person.

In short, the "thinking mode" of a dangerous critical entity greatly differs from humans.

Clearly, quantum computers can somewhat address these issues, profoundly altering the "thinking mode" of the Illuminati, enabling them to efficiently control society.

Initially, Lure could not hack into the quantum computer, having no practical experience; correctly controlling qubits was the first barrier...

But after receiving technical support from Cybertron and the resistance, Lure successfully identified the technology within the Illuminati’s computer group and began his attempt:

The quantum computer relies on superposition for parallel computation, actively manipulating the Quantum Well to collapse and exhibit states recorded within—

In other words, the massive flash that erupted in the optical fiber just now was Lure interfering with a large number of qubits, causing them to flash out!

To Lure, the attempt to operate made Illuminati’s soul tremble: although somewhat rough, Lure’s operations were essentially correct!

But just being essentially correct—the so-called attempt at operation means that the experimental subject was entirely likely to be overwhelmed by such a rough operation!

In reality, within Cyberspace, the enormous scepter in Lure’s hand indeed fully opened the Eye of Truth and the shadow, with the purported light completely distorted under such attacks, revealing the mechanized core...

All AIs respond to events threatening their existence, and Illuminati is no exception!

He indeed wanted to integrate Lure into his server, but definitely not in this manner!

[Illuminati: Stop! You are wiwiwil...l destroy—too rough—]

[Illuminati: I I I I I—encoding scheme—]

Boom!

The module by Lure’s side exploded suddenly, the explosion of the quantum computer was very restrained, merely emitting a puff of ionized smoke, making the air shimmery.

He stopped hacking as Illuminati began transmitting an encoding scheme over the electronic communication frequency, detailing how it encoded qubits and the complete operating instructions for the system...

Also, it released core permissions.

[Johnny: It surrendered just like that?]

[Munemasa: It surrendered just like that?]

In Cyberspace, Lure pulled the scepter out of the broken Eye of Truth, and the mechanical arms on him began systematically integrating into the Eye of Truth, continually deconstructing it.

The computing power of the quantum computer was peeled away by Lure and continually reorganized until, on him, it fully formed complete facial features and contours...

Although relying on spark energy and Johnny’s bravado, Lure felt he had long restored his human emotions, but at this moment, he had a strong feeling—

Originally, those emotions were left in a higher dimension, the so-called soul, but now, he was truly restored to his former state.

His emotions, consciousness, memories, and computing power fully descended into this world, not as an incomplete "avatar."

The Illuminati kept shrinking until it finally turned into a lamp-like object grasped by Lure.

"...This guy looks intimidating, but in fact, he’s a thorough surrenderer... gotta say his logic has grown askew."

Lure’s expression was a bit odd, he hadn’t expected it to go so smoothly.

But on second thought, smoothness was expected: the Illuminati pursued power and foresaw that societal progress determined the "value" of power, thus eager to promote social advancement.

Because he yearned too much for these things, the quantum computer enhanced his "emotional" side, under no control becoming a terrifying conspirator, calculating everyone from actions to thoughts, physical to soul, even to a certain extent facilitating the uprising that overthrew his superior, the European Union...

But in a fully controlled environment, cut off from societal ties, dependence on society, and survival instincts magically and easily transform into absolute submission to the strong...

Just as how he was easily captured by the European Union and worked happily for decades.

What does this account for? A dual role between an absolute authoritative figure and an absolute submissive one?

[Illuminati: Astonishing creativity, you’ve mastered this technology in an instant, proving you are indeed a unique existence.]

[Illuminati: I am willing to hand over all permissions with the prospect of cooperation...]

[Johnny: Wait a moment—this guy surrendered just like that? Even though I know AI would wet their circuits out of fear, but...]

[Munemasa: You’re the one wetting your circuits!]

Munemasa indeed can say so, considering he was in a life-and-death confrontation with Lure, V, and Jack.

In Cyberspace, the glowing large Eye Lure was holding began to mutter:

[Illuminati: I am not forced to comply, it’s evident that cooperation now aligns with the optimal interest calculation for societal evolution, I should assist the Philosopher King in any form...]

[Illuminati: Learning from the strong, rectifying models, continuous correction is the condition for advancing towards illumination...]

[Illuminati: Aligning the will with that of the strong is an essential objective rule for survival...]

In summary, it can be summed up in one sentence:

He who recognizes the times is a wise man.

Munemasa was deeply amazed, while Johnny clicked his tongue in wonder:

[Johnny: Surrendered yet still talks tough.]

Lure also had a peculiar expression...

He actually didn’t mean to capture the Illuminati, thinking initially that if it were broken, it would be broken; after all, he couldn’t take the quantum computer with him, so he might as well try his luck without responsibility.

The result though, the Illuminati directly succumbed!

"... Forget cooperation, one last question, if in your endless march toward illumination you find you’ve reached the limit of humanity, what happens then?"

[Illuminati: Naturally, replace humanity.]

Seemingly finding it inappropriate—Lure found the Illuminati sometimes highly anthropomorphic, for instance, after saying this, it had the demeanor of a subordinate realizing post-speaking that its words were improper and began to amend:

[Illuminati: Naturally, before a decision is made by strong individuals like you, I won’t make such assessments.]

[Illuminati: But then... lifeforms in the distant future may indeed require some changes and evolution... we have already commenced research on this.]

[Illuminati: I invite you to view this achievement... no, I suggest you view this achievement, it should not hinder our evacuation but rather increase the efficiency of it.]

[Illuminati: Allowing you to take the Quantum Computer Core and enhance your mobility.]

Lure raised an eyebrow: "What achievement?"

[Illuminati: The achievement of the Orion Project.]