Successors of all mankind

Even if they were the highest-ranking nobles of the dynasty, it would be difficult for them to extricate themselves unscathed if they wanted to make a move in this area.

Why would they want to enter the Zero Ruins?

"I don't know, Father. They didn't mention it. Maybe they want some kind of precious crop stored inside?"

Albion maintained its technological lead over neighboring countries thanks to the Third Divine Machine.

France, on the other hand, has maintained its political advantage as both an agricultural and commercial power thanks to the Zero site.

The lower classes depend on the food and seeds they provide to survive, while the upper classes indulge in luxury thanks to the various fine wines and rare plants that they have access to.

This is one of France's greatest sources of wealth.

Outsiders who want to visit the village are basically just trying to obtain some rare crop stored inside.

For example, the Night-Shining Grape, a single vine that can be exchanged for a viscount title in any country.

After all, while this was a very serious matter, it wasn't enough to cause the French royal family to hold a grudge.

"That's certainly true, but are you sure?"

The traveler shook his head resolutely:

“I can’t be sure, Father. The noblemen didn’t tell me what they wanted to do when they went in.”

Just kidding, even if it's 99% true, I'm not going to take the blame for this.

That traveler is so clever, just like a monkey!

She realized that she seemed to be asking her son to take the blame, and that he was clearly aware of this and was avoiding it.

The Marquis looked at himself with a hint of melancholy.

Not long ago, Shenji mocked their claim that "blood is thicker than water" was a complete joke.

The Marquis always felt that it was a rhetoric used by the other side to sow discord between them.

But... now even he's a little confused.

Because he himself didn't know whether he really didn't mean it that way when he said that, or whether scheming had become an unconscious behavior, to the point that his family and offspring would not be exempt from his purview.

The marquis hesitated for a moment, then patted the traveler on the shoulder and sighed:

"The Robespierre family can agree to their request. Rest assured, this is my decision, not yours."

After saying the last half of the sentence, the Marquis hunched over considerably.

He found himself to be a failure, both as a father and as the leader of the family.

The traveler retreated in silence.

The Marquis, however, mustered his spirits and prepared to go in and visit Yu Le, to have a detailed discussion with him in person.

At the same time, he also wanted to see what the inside of the manor was like.

But after taking only a few steps, he was blocked by the projection of the divine machine:

"What are you doing? Bug? You want to come in? Get out, you're not welcome here!"

"Why don't you take a piss and look at yourself in the mirror? How did someone like you even get in here?"

The Marquis, who had been subjected to another barrage of insults from Shenji, twitched violently at the corners of his mouth, but in the end he suppressed it all and pointed inside, saying:

“The important person inside has reached a deal with us, and I am qualified to go in and discuss it with him in person!”

After the irregular polygon rotated a few times, it addressed the Marquis:

"Then you'll have to wait and see, because how do I know if it's true or just a lie you made up to get in, you disgusting worm? With your lowliness, it's no wonder you do anything!"

“I will inquire with the distinguished guest immediately and then get back to you.”

The Marquis was kept outside, while Yu Le curiously observed everything inside the manor.

The female knight behind him was also filled with curiosity.

A well-preserved, human-inhabited manor.

This is almost synonymous with a temple and a miracle, no matter where it is.

Yu Le didn't quite understand what this decorating style was; he had never seen this style before, but he found it very pleasing to the eye.

"This is the Robespierre family estate, but the style you see now is not the original. It was redesigned by the seventh generation of my original owner's descendants."

"It incorporates the most popular Röntgen style at the time, and every place and every room is carefully decorated by them."

"I am honored to tell you that every guest who visits here raves about it!"

However, at the very very end, Shenji asked Yuledao with great caution and anticipation:

"But what do you think, esteemed guest?"

"I don't quite understand these technical terms and so-called design, but I think it's beautiful!"

Shenji was extremely pleased and said:

"Your satisfaction is our joy! I am honored to express my deepest gratitude to you on behalf of the Robespierre family!"

After saying that, Shenji added:

"However, esteemed guest, there is a swarm of insects outside who say they are looking for you. They claim you have made a deal with them. Would you like to let them in?"

Hearing that they had finally arrived, Yu Le pondered for a moment, then looked at Shen Ji before him and said:

Do you have your own name?

"Yes, my first master gave me a name, and he, as well as every Robespierre I served afterward, called me Morpheus."

“Okay, Morpheus, I’ve made a deal with them. I need their help to get into the seed storage.”

"And now, I need to ask you, are you willing to fully assist me in completing this transaction?"

Morpheus and Yule encountered a different AI before.

The previous AIs did not have a clear affiliation.

Morpheus, however, had a clearly defined object of worship.

After a brief pause, Morpheus analyzed the current situation:

"You need the backup key stored in the seed repository? This is indeed a very important thing for you, and as an AI, I should assist you unconditionally."

“But, esteemed guest, you are merely a visitor, while I am the butler of the Robespierre family.”

“I can tell that you may need me to damage the Robespierre family’s property. As a housekeeper AI, I cannot grant your request.”

"According to the laws of the Norwegian government, public resources must unconditionally serve to ensure people's livelihood and human safety, but private property is not included in this category; it can only be disposed of by the property owner."

When a race is at its most prosperous but has only a few thousand people left.

Human rights also reached their peak.

Therefore, individual interests are guaranteed in the highest regard, and even the government cannot forcibly requisition them.

However, given the circumstances at the time, there would not have been a need to requisition personal property. And even if it were necessary, there was no need to worry about the property owner refusing.

After all, extreme prosperity leads to extreme moral standards.

Especially when the population is only a few thousand. No one would disregard the safety of their fellow citizens for such a small loss.

But now, the extreme prosperity has come to an end, and the laws that were once without problems have brought about problems.

This was not a mistake made by people at the time; it's just that time did not allow them to correct it.

"I'm sorry, guest, I must refuse you. Only unclaimed public resources can be unconditionally disposed of by you, and these are private!"

After saying this with regret, Shenji, without waiting for Yule's reply, tentatively asked:

"However, esteemed guest, may I ask if you have recently lost anything anywhere?"

"What did you lose?"

After hearing Shenji's refusal, Yu Le was hesitant about whether to find another way to replace him.

Yu Le has a very good impression of AI, as they are the only ones who unconditionally stand by her side.

Yule doesn't want to hurt the other party's 'feelings', even though Pandora insists that all the emotions they show are just simulations done using 0s and 1s to better serve humanity.

However, Yu Le felt that he could truly feel their profound and powerful emotions, as heavy as history!

However, what does it mean to lose something?

Chapter 58 I own everything here (3k)

"Yes. Because you are the only human I have confirmed to have visited during the recording period, I have ample reason to believe that you are the only remaining human being within a radius of hundreds of kilometers or even larger."

"Therefore, I tend to believe that this unclaimed property acquisition file from the Noor government may have been left behind by you."

The robotic arm emerged silently from behind the wooden paneling on the wall, without damaging the room's furnishings in the slightest; rather, it seemed as if it had been naturally embedded within them.

If no one points it out, everyone would think it's just a carving from an old-fashioned candlestick.

The metal fingers spread open, smoothly handing an official document to Yu Le.

This is the Noor government's document for the requisition of the estate, which the Marquis was willing to break off his engagement and sacrifice his daughter for.

Pick up Yu Le and read it carefully.

Printed in Chinese, English, French, and Russian.

However, it is not a paper file, but a special material that cannot be felt, but is definitely not paper.

No wonder it has been preserved in such good condition for so many years.

It is clearly stated above: This file has the power to unconditionally expropriate all unclaimed property. All AI systems that see this file must obey the instructions of the Noor government and cooperate in executing the expropriation procedure.

"Dear guest."

Morpheus's voice rang out again, but this time, it was clearly tinged with melancholy.

"No, please allow me to address you as esteemed sir."

"So many years have passed, and not a Robespierre has ever returned here to reclaim everything I entrusted to him."

The sunlight still shines through the window.

But it never left a trace of movement here again.

"Therefore, sir, I must confirm," it slowed its pace slightly, and the inconsistencies in its tone became unmistakable at this moment, "that the Robespierre family has no direct bloodline. Nor are there any potential heirs who may appear."

Shenji's voice stopped there.

Inside the room, the mechanical arm that was extended in front of Yu Le was slightly retracted.

It had no human appearance, yet it resembled a human more than any other 'person' outside.

"I..."

A tremor that would never occur appeared in Yu Le's ears.

"me..."

"I, Morpheus... I apologize, sir, and please allow me to correct my wording again. I... Butler-type AI No. 3072 will unconditionally obey the orders of the Nor government and unconditionally cooperate with all your requests!"

How do you write ai?

The answer is love!

It deeply loved the Robespierre family it served, but it knew that the family was completely finished, just like all the humans that the AI ​​served.

So now, when the last human comes seeking help.

It will also do everything in its power to help Yule out of love.

Even if it makes it admit that its most beloved person has no chance of coming back, and that it has lost all the objects of its service.

Yu Le's gaze shifted back and forth between the file in his hand and the divine machine in front of him.

He didn't know how many years the divine machine had stood guard here, nor what kind of story it and its masters had gone through.

However, Yu Le confirmed that she had indeed heard that emotion.

Even if you acknowledge that it's all over, you should still help your love!

AI means love, doesn't it?

So what should I do?