When Zhang Xun and Adam arrived, the headquarters was already in chaos. All the generals came to discuss countermeasures, and even seven of the ten chiefs came. For the first time, the long, large table in the conference room was packed, and there was even a second circle of chairs.
On the huge screen at the front of the headquarters, as well as on the screen in the conference room, the same picture appeared: a cloud of light that was constantly circling, and the color that was slowly changing was soft and comfortable. of vertigo.
Adam stood in front of the halo with a calm expression. The halo coiled in his eyes, as if it were the color radiating from his soul.
Zhang Xun saw Adam's expression and knew that this halo was the image Eden used when showing himself in front of humans. Generally speaking, artificial intelligence will try to use images that are similar to the characteristics of the target population, but Eden never uses appearances with human characteristics in order to show his status above human rules.
And this group of light is not a random choice. The waveband and transformation speed of the halo are precisely set, which can subtly hypnotize the human brain and affect human judgment. So Adam didn't wait for the soldiers who brought them to seat them, and without greeting any of the chiefs, he said loudly, "Turn off the screen."
Everyone was stunned, and without waiting for others to speak, Adam continued to say quickly, "This image has a hypnotic effect, and the longer the exposure to it, the more serious the impact. Eden can communicate with us only by voice."
The conversation with Eden is not officially connected at this time. After receiving the dialogue request sent to them by Eden, they only received these images, and did not hear any sound. And Eden can't see or hear them until the connection is established.
Everyone whispered uncomfortably. After a while, the fifth chief calmly ordered, "Then turn off the video."
Soon both screens went dark. In an instant, there was an unnoticed, low-frequency vibration-like feeling in the room that disappeared. Everyone had a weird, waking lightness, as if something had been removed from their consciousness.
In the ordinary world, many people have reacted that after talking with Eden, there will be this strange feeling of rebirth, as if they have been blessed and baptized by the Holy Spirit. This even led to the development of a religion that worshipped Eden as a god, and the number of adherents developed in just one century to a point where it was even comparable to that of ancient Christianity.
Adam nodded to the fifth chief, "Thank you."
The fifth chief waved his hand and let them both sit down. Everyone also noticed that Adam's arm was different from before, and understood that Zhang Xun was made of a new type of material. However, under the interference of various tedious affairs, most of the chiefs have not read the new material report jointly submitted by the Life Science Department, the Chemistry Department and the Lab, so they do not know the mystery of Adam's new prosthetic limb.
Only the sixth chief's gaze froze for a long time on the cold-colored metal hands that were out of his sleeves.
On the other hand, Zhang Shuo looked at Zhang Xun with a worried look on his face.
Eden's request was to talk to Zhang Xun and Adam without anyone monitoring them.
He can understand the dialogue with Adam, but why even Zhang Xun? Not to mention the possibility that Eden might suddenly attack and trap the two during the negotiation process. Even if Eden kept his promise and retreated, even if they were safe and sound, no matter what they said, Zhang Xun would definitely be carefully questioned by the round table afterwards, and every word would be repeated. And the slightest inadvertent conversation with Eden can cause problems. After all, a human being with two super artificial intelligences may be dragged into a trap at some point. These traps were included in Zhang Xun's confession and sent to the round table, and after being misinterpreted by some chiefs who were hostile to Zhang Xun and Adam, I don't know how they would be enlarged and distorted.
After this conversation, Zhang Xun's position will be more nuanced, and the Round Table's trust in him will be predictably reduced. And Zhang Shuo knew that when the trust of the Round Table fell to a certain level, all the privileges that Zhang Xun had would be taken back, and then the Paradise Lost in his son's eyes would look different. That look would be quite different from the bright side he was accustomed to, and it would be full of gutter, poverty and desperation.
The position of his commander may be able to protect Zhang Xun to a certain extent, but when Zhang Xun sinks deeper into the vortex caused by artificial intelligence, he may be powerless.
Because of these worries, Zhang Shuo uncharacteristically opposed Eden's request to accept the dialogue this time. But he also knew in his heart that the round table would definitely agree.
Eden surrounded them with an army of machines, and although he was very polite on the surface, he was still threatening them: if he did not agree to his request, Paradise Lost would pay a terrible price.
The fifth chief said, "Zhang Xun, Eden sent a dialogue request twenty minutes ago, specifying that he would have an unmonitored dialogue with you and Adam. What do you think Eden's possible intentions are, and what are the risks?"
Zhang Xun glanced at Adam and said, "I don't think this is a good idea. Eden may not even need to use a language that humans can recognize to communicate with Adam. Although Adam has been domesticated, I am not sure that Eden can communicate with Adam. What an impact he made."
Adam lowered his eyes and did not refute, but there was a hint of grievance...
Zhang Xun rolled his eyes secretly in his heart, do you still have to act in front of so many chiefs at this time...
There was another whisper, and the chiefs exchanged unintelligible glances. The sixth chief said, "Eden gave us two hours to consider. If we don't agree after two hours, we will start an air strike. Mechanic Zhang Xun, do you think we should go to war with Eden, or should we agree with him? Require?"
For the sake of this, should such a major decision be handed over to him by a little mechanic? !
To disagree is to trade the entire Paradise Lost for the cruelty of one Adam. Agreeing, is tantamount to putting Adam and himself into a very suspicious situation.
"We can negotiate with it." Zhang Xun did not want to fall into the trap.
"Hey, you know, the other party is Eden, and he has the whole world in his hand. What bargaining chip should we use to talk to him!" It's a miracle."
Yeah, why not just force them to hand over Adam
Zhang Xun suddenly remembered what Adam said at the underground base of Feathered Serpent City: He wanted to know more about human beings.
"Paradise Lost may not be able to withstand Eden's air attack. Without the support of human nations, Eden would not be able to mobilize so many weapons." Zhang Shuo stood up and said, "Our army has the confidence to push them back."
"Even if it can be forced back, how many lives will be sacrificed?" The fifth chief frowned with a majestic eyebrow, his voice was heavy, and his expression was cold, "A conversation can save countless people's sacrifice, no matter what we should try."
"There is no free lunch in the world." The first chief objected.
"Do we want our soldiers to die?"
The opinions among several chiefs could not be unified, and the tone became more and more intense. The sixth chief looked at Zhang Xun and Adam's expressions, and suddenly said, "Why don't you listen to the parties and see if they want to go?"
The attention of the entire conference room was concentrated. Zhang Xun glanced at Adam, shook his head slightly, and motioned him not to make a sound. He stood up slowly and looked around the crowd, "Let me talk to Eden first."
The sixth chief laughed. "What? You think you can get Eden out of here with just one mouth?"
"Of course not." Zhang Xun's expression was calm and his tone was firm, "But I can tame Adam, and I have a certain understanding of Eden. In this regard, is there a more suitable messenger than me in Paradise Lost?"
No one can refute this statement.
Zhang Shuo scolded nervously, "Zhang Xun! Don't rant! This is not where you can boast!"
"Commander Zhang, I don't think Mechanic Zhang is bragging." The sixth chief uncharacteristically supported Zhang Xun, "I think what he said is reasonable. In Paradise Lost, no one knows Eden better than him."
There is a double entendre in this sentence. On the one hand, it seems to be a compliment, on the other hand, it is also arousing suspicion.
Zhang Xun knew what the sixth chief was doing, and also knew that his father wanted to protect him. While his heart warmed, he had to jump into the pit. At least better than the one he was thrown into the trap with Adam. He then said more confidently, "Give me half an hour, and if I can't finish the negotiation, send Adam in."
Adam, of course, understood Zhang Xun's intentions, his brows furrowed, and he was worried. But he didn't say anything after all, after all, he had promised Zhang Xun that he would not openly defy his wishes again.
And this method is indeed the most feasible.
On the other hand, Zhang Xun was just talking to himself, just his former self. But the more he knew, the more worried Adam became. He was a little surprised by the large image this emotion had on reason.
"I think this method is feasible." The fifth chief said, looking at the others, "Does anyone have any objections?"
The place was quiet.
"Okay, so it's decided. Deputy Commander, please send a letter to Eden. Just say we agree to talk."
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The negotiation was conducted through satellite signals. According to the agreement, Zhang Xun would enter a mecha driven by the soldiers of the guard army, and two mechas would escort him out of the gate, standing 200 meters in front of Paradise Lost. within distance. After arriving at the designated location, the pilot of Zhang Xun's mecha will withdraw to the next mecha, leaving only Zhang Xun to talk to Eden. At the same time, Eden will ensure that all mechanical soldiers retreat 200 meters.
The whole body of the tall humanoid mecha was painted bloody red, and the top part of the head was slightly faded by the sun. The heavy, massive legs and massive arms full of ammo look intimidating, but also a little clunky and outdated. The cockpit is right in the heart, and it's almost impossible to find its exact location from the outside.
Zhang Xun looked up, his palms full of cold sweat. Suddenly, his wrist was surrounded by a cool but soft touch, but Adam was standing beside him, quietly holding his wrist when no one was watching.
"Let me go with you."
Zhang Xun wanted to believe that Adam was really worried about him, so he reluctantly twitched the corners of his mouth, "No, you obey me."
"Are you worried that you and I were designed by the sixth chief, or do you not believe me?" Adam asked in a low voice.
Zhang Xun didn't know how to answer.
Sometimes Adam wants too much... knowing that there are things he can't give.
"Adam, remember your own identity, and also my identity." Zhang Xun's expression froze slightly, "Don't ask such stupid questions again."
Adam looked at him and slowly let go of his hand.
Zhang Xun took a deep breath, turned and walked towards the mecha pilot who was waving at him. Just after walking a few steps, he heard Adam say behind him, "Axun, you are right. Don't trust me, let alone Eden."
Zhang Xun smiled bitterly, without stopping.
Believe it or not, but this kind of thing is not necessarily controlled by rational intelligence.
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