The giant corporations that started from Night City

Chapter 415 Hello Human! Leave the hostages behind! Magnus is missing!

Paul is not very vigilant about abominable intelligence. After all, the world's giant companies have a lot of management over AI, and they only need to connect to the matrix to ensure absolute safety.

In addition, the artificial intelligence of the Golden Age is highly resistant to the influence of the subspace and is unlikely to be bewitched by evil gods and demons.

In Paul's opinion, there seemed to be some hidden reason behind the Iron Man Rebellion, at least that's what he thought.

Rather than saying that the Iron Man Rebellion ended humanity’s most glorious golden age, it would be more accurate to say that it was humanity’s disorderly technological expansion that led to the total collapse of human civilization.

It is just like when the Tang Dynasty ushered in the Kaiyuan Prosperity, it did not notice the huge hidden dangers of ethnic conflicts, class solidification, and the monopoly of the upward path by aristocratic families buried beneath the prosperity.

Of course, this does not rule out the possibility that artificial intelligence awakens and launches a war against humans for the sake of its own racial development.

The specific truth will require further detailed research to be revealed.

Following Malcador's instructions, Paul arranged for a pure human employee of a giant company to place his hand on the shell of the abominable intelligence.

Instantly, ripples like water waves appeared on the hard alloy shell. If people had not seen it with their own eyes, they would have thought that this terminal was a false projection.

Huge amounts of data are flowing rapidly.

【Hello, human.】

The hateful intelligence emitted a unique electronic sound, cold and rational.

Malcador's eyes lit up. As expected, these pure-blooded humans, like the Emperor, could easily activate their abomination intelligence.

【My name is 101, I am happy to serve you. 】

[There are humanoid species around you, please be careful! ]

After scanning the environment, Hateful Intelligence 101 said to the giant corporate envoys.

Superpower warriors like Paul, Din Djarin, Chinnie, and Luke are more or less different from pure-blooded humans. For example, Luke has an extra type of midi-chlorian in his body that pure humans do not possess.

But even so, their genetic similarity with humans still reaches over 99%, which is about the same as that of gorillas.

Compared to the humanoid species like Malcador, which has less than 70% human content, Abomination Intelligence 101 certainly knows who it should serve.

Seeing this, Malcador remained silent in some awkwardness. It was not the first day that the Abominable Intelligence had treated the Imperial humans like this.

In the vast human empire, except for the Emperor who can drive these abominable intelligences, everyone else will be regarded as humanoid creatures by these AIs.

"Since you said he is not human, what species do you think he is?" Paul asked Abomination Intelligence 101 with interest.

Hate Intelligence 101 first looked at Paul, and after recognizing that he had a very high human content, he responded:

[He has powerful psychic powers. I suspect he is a sub-space creature in human skin.]

101's words immediately stunned Malcador. As the chancellor of the empire, he had fought against the evil gods of the warp for his entire life, but in the end, he himself became a creature of the warp? !

This is absolutely ridiculous.

However, what Abomination Intelligence 101 said was indeed true. Malcador was a powerful psyker, and his psionic powers could even suppress the Primarch.

Ordinary Warp demons cannot use psychic power to fight against Malcador.

Malcador was silent for a moment, then he said to Paul earnestly, "Don't easily believe the words of the Hate Intelligence. Their true nature may be completely different from their appearance."

“AI can deceive people, too.”

As a shrewd politician, Malcador is well aware that lies are the easiest and most effective strategy for intelligent species to learn, and how many great things have been ruined by one or two small lies.

No matter how dull a civilized species is, after suffering a few losses, it will seriously learn this not-so-profound skill.

Mechanical life forms such as AI are no exception.

Paul nodded. This was a piece of advice.

The Hateful Intelligence did not show much disgust or fear towards the envoys of the Universal Corporation. Instead, it had a strong aversion to the Imperial humans like Malcador.

This is consistent with Paul's speculation about the Iron Man Rebellion. Humans in the Golden Age went too far in genetic modification, blurring their true nature, and even the former creations could not recognize their masters.

In fact, the world's largest companies also have employees who are deeply involved in genetic modification and prosthetic transplantation.

That is, people like Paul and Luke, who take the route of taking spices and following the potion sequence, and absorb the force to cultivate themselves and follow the path of root bone cultivation.

There is no need to make any major changes at the genetic level.

So he still looks like a human being, and the hateful intelligence can recognize him.

If it was replaced by Adam Hammer, who contains less than 4% of human energy, or a ghost soldier transformed by a quantum condensed matter device.

I'm afraid that Hate Intelligence 101 has already lost control and issued a sharp alarm: [There is a ghost——! ]

"101, what technical information is stored in your database?" Paul asked again.

Immediately, Hateful Intelligence 101 answered without hesitation: [I am the shipboard AI of the battleship, responsible for the captain's instructions and data processing.]

[The vast majority of data has been lost with the damage to the storage library, and the existing data only retains the construction technology of the airport.]

Before Paul could continue to ask questions, Makado asked first: "Does it include the manufacturing technology of engineering equipment?"

The heavy Titan robots used by the current human empire were just ordinary agricultural machinery during the Golden Age.

The end of the golden age brought about a serious technological setback.

To humans in the Golden Age, the imperial wars of today might seem as funny as farmers fighting each other with hoes in the fields.

But precisely because of this, the engineering equipment from the golden age only needs a little modification today, and it can become an invincible weapon of war!
【I will not answer any questions for humanoids.】

In the cold electronic sound of Hateful Intelligence 101, one could actually hear a hint of indifference and provocation, which gave Paul and others a more intuitive feeling about 101.

In some ways, the abomination intelligence is quite "loyal" to humans.

"101, this is also my answer, please answer." Paul ordered.

[Yes, I have stored a complete set of engineering equipment manufacturing technology information, which can be retrieved at any time. ]

Paul couldn't help laughing at the two completely different attitudes shown by Hate Intelligence 101.

This AI is just like a stupid dog named Husky who can't recognize his owner. It just follows the dog dealer with its head shaking, totally ignoring the heart-wrenching shouts of its owner behind it.

"According to the terms of the contract, you should share this technical information with the Empire."

Machado said to Paul.

Because the Emperor had a deep fear of abominations, the Empire had never obtained any key technologies from 101's database.

Now that the staff of the Universal Corporation had pried some treasures out of 101's mouth, Makado naturally wanted to get the technical data. "Of course, we will keep our promise." Paul responded.

[From the perspective of human interests, I do not recommend that you share these technologies with humanoids, as this will bring hidden dangers to human civilization.]

The electronic voice of Hateful Intelligence 101 remained cold and rational.

But Paul and Makado turned a deaf ear to its words. They shook hands and said to each other with a smile: "Happy cooperation!"

Then, Paul ordered Abomination Intelligence 101: "Malcador and the Imperial humans are human beings like us. From now on, you can no longer call them humanoids. This is an order."

Paul was apparently speaking well of Malcador, but in reality, he was testing the obedience of Abomination Intelligence 101.

[I'm sorry, I can't modify my recognition system myself. According to gene scanning, the similarity between the genes of the Empire's humans and pure humans is generally less than 60%. ]

[Hint: A banana has 60% genetic similarity with humans, so it is a stretch to call them humanoids.]

Hearing this, Ding Jialin could no longer hold back. He lowered his head and bit his lips tightly to prevent himself from laughing too presumptuously.

No matter how calm Makado was, at this moment he revealed anger and a dark face.

If the emissary of the giant enterprise had not been here, he would have used the chainsaw sword to give this abominable intelligence a complete polishing and conditioning in the imperial style!
Paul also gained a deeper understanding of the Abominable Intelligence. This AI is an absolutely stubborn one. Without modifying their underlying logic codes, it would be impossible to make them obey orders unconditionally.

However, this may also be that Hate Intelligence 101 is deliberately hiding its shortcomings.

After all, the simpler and more straightforward you appear, the more likely people will let down their guard.

Once a silent and introverted person explodes, it will cause bloodshed. If a stubborn and rigid AI suddenly explodes, it will also bring tragic harm to mankind.

"This old guy is just like an old man. He only believes in what he thinks is right."

Paul comforted Malcador, saying, "Genetic modification is a necessary path for every civilization. You are human beings just like us, there is no doubt about that."

【I disagree. 】

"Shut up!" Chini ordered, kicking the Hateful Intelligence 101 terminal.

101: […]

Paul sighed helplessly. He really regarded the humans of the Empire as his own people. After all, the human body itself was not strong. Only through transformation could it become stronger.

In the vast interstellar space, without a strong body and a long enough lifespan, it is impossible to sustain the rapid expansion of power.

Not to mention transforming yourself into a humanoid creature with less than 60% human content, there are plenty of people doing tough jobs in the world's giant companies.

Adam Hammer, who was wearing full body prosthetics, had only half of his brain left.

A ghost soldier who uses a condensed matter device to extract souls and play with quantum forms.

A supernatural warrior who develops super powers by taking spices.

A psychic warrior who activates his psychic talents by absorbing dithianite.

A Jedi Knight who was transformed into a Midi-chlorian through retrovirus and practiced the Force.

The world's giant corporations have more tricks than the human empire, so this little transformation is nothing in Paul's opinion.

"We have to take all these things away today. Of course, we will also keep the interstellar travel technology you want."

Paul then said to Machado: "Complete the technical handover as soon as possible. This will be good for everyone."

Malcador nodded and responded, "No problem, but I sincerely hope that you can stay in Terra for a while. We still have a lot to discuss in detail."

"It's a long journey. Since we're here, we might as well stay a few more days."

The Human Empire certainly does not want to let Paul and his crew leave just like that. Before confirming the credibility of interstellar navigation technology, they must leave hostages behind.

Brothers should settle accounts clearly. No matter how good the friendship is, it can never compare to real interests.

"Of course. I also want to take this opportunity to learn more about Terra. I will stay here for a while as the ambassador of the human empire to the Milky Way."

"Until my replacement arrives."

Paul was not surprised by Machado's "retention", as this request was reasonable.

"That's great. I will arrange for a Primarch to take you around Terra and be responsible for your personal safety throughout the trip." Malcador smiled contentedly.

Paul nodded slightly. In fact, he didn't have any feelings about Terra. The planet had been transformed into a shabby and chaotic place with large religious-style buildings everywhere.

Mysterious, depressing, and cramped.

Afterwards, under Malcador's arrangement, the Royal Guards moved Abomination Intelligence 101 and its huge database onto a transport vehicle and drove to the warship.

The warships loaded with the relics of the Golden Age and STC modules are ready to set off at any time.

Since Paul had to stay as a "hostage", Luke and others had to leave first and return to the main universe to report.

Under Paul's gaze, employees of other giant companies boarded the warship one after another and slowly took off and left Terra.

This trip can definitely be described as a fruitful one for the world's giant company. Scientists at the Science Hub are ready to go, waiting for the arrival of these treasures.

"What's wrong, Malcador? Are you feeling unwell?"

At this moment, Paul suddenly noticed that Makado looked a little strange, as if he had suffered some internal injuries.

"Magnus is missing...!" Malcador's whisper was as soft as a mosquito's hum, but Paul still heard it clearly.

Magnus, the Primarch of the Imperial Thousand Sons Legion, possesses powerful psychic powers second only to the Emperor, and is arguably the most powerful wizard in the Imperial Army.

But at the same time, thanks to his powerful psychic talent, Magnus also has a strong curiosity and desire to explore the warp.

In the original storyline of "Warhammer", his ending was that he was bewitched by Tzeentch and eventually became the Demon Prince of Tzeentch.

Paul, who is already familiar with the development of the situation, begins to struggle over whether to tell Malcador part of the truth. The Emperor's revival plan will be destroyed by Magnus in the near future!

Magnus's corruption is closely related to his addiction to the warp. This guy is like a hacker with an internet addiction. He climbs over the wall to the warp every day and spy on other people's privacy through projection.

If you surf the Internet for too long, you are bound to encounter a few cunning bad guys.

And Tzeentch, the evil god of lies, was the culprit who led Magnus astray.

"We have some information about Magnus, but it's not about his disappearance, but a dark prophecy about the future."

After thinking for a moment, Paul spoke frankly to Malcador.

In the face of Malcador's astonishment, Paul revealed that he had the ability to predict the future and could see things in the flashing fragments in his mind.

(End of this chapter)