"Thank you for launching the Empire State Defense System 2.0."
A synthetic electronic sound that could not distinguish between male and female sounded, and Yang Ming took the initiative to take two steps back.
Light blue light spots flew out from the four walls. These light spots gradually converged in front of Yang Ming, and a slender outline slowly took shape.
Judging from this special effect, this scientific research team really attaches great importance to today's unveiling ceremony.
The team manager on the side began to introduce passionately:
"Soon, we will be able to see the image of Imperial Guard 2.0, which is completely independently set by it.
"To put it more accurately, this should be the image he finally created after taking into account many factors after developing his own consciousness of self. Among these factors, the most important factor is his own preferences and his feelings about himself.
Judgment of Gender.”
As he spoke, the outline of the figure gradually became clearer.
This is a young man with a handsome face and soft eyebrows, a straight and slender figure, and perfect body proportions. The light white imperial military uniform on his body makes him look like a low-level officer who has just entered the military camp.
I don’t know why, but when Boss Yang looked at this guy’s virtual image, he suddenly thought of...Blay.
This may be because both of them look too delicate.
How to describe this existence?
Advanced omnic?
Yang Ming was thinking deeply in his heart when the virtual image in front of him had already performed a military salute and said softly in his powerful and clear voice:
"Hello, distinguished Major General White Ghost Hanton."
There was sparse applause from all around.
"Well," Yang Ming nodded, "Hello, what should I call you?"
"I am the Empire Total Defense System 2.0, and I will take on the responsibility of protecting the great Sherman Empire. I will dedicate everything I have to the great Emperor of the Sherman Empire and the Sherman family.
"As for my name, which is similar to a human name, it has not been given yet.
"Can you give me a name?"
The surrounding eyes immediately focused on Yang Ming.
Yang Ming smiled and said: "Logically speaking, your name should be given by the most virtuous and respected person in this place. I just pressed the activation switch for you."
After saying this, Yang Ming turned to look at the audience.
The elite members of the Sherman family in the first row looked at each other a few times, and an old man in the middle said slowly:
"It's just a simple name. There's no need to be so formal. Let's call it New Imperial Guard."
"Oh," the high-end omnic looked regretful, "I thought it would be a majestic name, but I am still very grateful for the name. The name you gave me will accompany me all the way forward."
Director Ino smiled and said: "Uncle, please give him a serious name. Don't let him be too disappointed."
"Hehehe, in that case, Labrador, how about it?"
"Labrador?"
"Emperor Labrador," the omnic read his name, and then bowed to thank the old man, with a little light shining in his eyes.
Yang Ming had already sneaked back to his seat.
Labrador looked at Yang Ming. He was hesitant to speak, as if he had something to say to Yang Ming.
The scientific research director on the side began to give a comprehensive introduction to Labrador. Labrador kept smiling, preparing to perfectly demonstrate his abilities in front of these imperial dignitaries.
The unveiling ceremony lasted less than a galactic hour.
When the old guys from the Sherman family left with satisfaction, the atmosphere in the entire venue suddenly became pleasant and relaxed.
In the glass room, Labrador is simulating the resource integration of several administrative stars. There are no preset steps or scripts prepared in advance. Every judgment he makes is extremely accurate and he perfectly executes the instructions issued by humans.
"Hanton, how do you feel?"
Lieutenant General Thomas asked quietly.
Yang Ming laughed: "It's quite strong, and it does feel like a human being. I even wonder if they uploaded the consciousness of a human being."
Lieutenant General Thomas shook his head: "Although the threshold for digitalization of consciousness is very low, it is very difficult for the conscious body to maintain its own stability, especially for emotional simulation. What's more, the consciousness is required to process so much data. With this
Guys, I feel a little confident in my heart."
"Did the Imperial Guard system put a lot of pressure on the general before?"
"really."
Thomas whispered:
"She is so uncontrollable, she only appears suddenly at the most dangerous moment.
"This made me think more - if she didn't arrive in time and missed the opportunity, would we have to pay additional casualties?
"Another reason why I feel so stressed is that she is so powerful, like a god, a god in the online world.
"Every time she appears on the stage, I seem to have lost the meaning of existence. Not only me, but the entire conventional command system has lost its meaning. Every victory seems to be related to us, but it seems to have nothing to do with us."
Yang Ming smiled and said: "General, have you ever communicated directly with the Imperial Guard system?"
"No," Thomas clicked his tongue, "Next time she comes out, I will try to say hello to her and say - hello, old goddess."
The two looked at each other and smiled, their eyes returned to the stage, and they stared at Labrador's figure.
Yang Ming's watch vibrated slightly, and two words appeared on it.
【generally】.
This is Lu's evaluation of Emperor Wei Labrador.
More than ten minutes later, Daphne stood up and walked over. The middle-aged official on the other side of Yang Ming immediately gave up his seat, lowered his head and walked to the back.
Daphne sat down next to Yang Ming, leaned towards Yang Ming, and asked him the same question: "What do you think of this system?"
"It's very strong, but I can't give you an accurate evaluation."
Yang Ming said slowly:
"Today's simulation demonstration is still only about the command of thousands of warships. If an insect wave breaks out in the future, the empire's new and old medium and large warships are expected to be on the order of one hundred thousand, not to mention countless small warships and planetary defense systems.
Together with the logistics support system, there may be some hidden dangers here.
"How long is the estimated arrival time of the insect tide at the institute?"
Daphne said: "The shortest is half a year, the longest is about a year and a half."
Yang Ming gave pertinent advice: "It is better to try to connect Labrador to the imperial network before this happens."
"This is exactly their next plan," Daphne said softly. "This is always risky. If it is a normal year, of course it will be no problem. Now the insect wave is about to break out, and the empire's unified network is about to show its true power.
The value, if something unexpected happens at this time... Oh, it’s really a headache."
Yang Ming stared at Daphne's red lips.
Her legs were crossed, her right elbow supported her thigh, and her wrist held up her beautiful face. This somewhat casual sitting posture exuded a seductive charm.
Yang Ming calmly looked back and said with a smile: "There should still be time...this is my feedback."
As soon as he finished speaking, a middle-aged man in a white coat came quickly to the side, nodded to Lieutenant General Thomas and Daphne with a smile, and then walked up to Yang Ming.
"Dear Major General Hanton, may I make a humble request."
Yang Ming smiled and said, "Since everyone knows it's an unkind invitation, let's forget it."
Daphne sat up straight and smiled softly.
Lieutenant General Thomas frowned and said: "Speak up if you have something to say, don't follow the behavior of those old nobles here!"
"Hey, yes, that's it. Labrador wants to have a chat with Major General Hanton alone."
"Looking for me?" Yang Ming couldn't help but laugh, "Why is he looking for me to talk about?"
"We don't know much about this either."
The middle-aged man said in a deep voice:
“His consciousness was generated on its own based on powerful computing power and rich information.
"Although there was our guidance inside, we did not shape his consciousness.
"According to the data feedback, he respects you, or in other words, admires you. He should want to talk to you to improve his own quality."
Yang Ming:……
Isn't this the old rubbish plot of "I am full of disappointment in human beings, but only full of appreciation for you"?
Daphne on the side smiled and said: "Just in time, uncle and the others are waiting for your comments."
Boss Yang shook his head and smiled bitterly, and could only agree.
…
The meeting place chosen by the scientific research team was in the lounge next to the hall where the unveiling ceremony was held.
After obtaining Yang Ming's consent, this team will monitor the entire encounter between the two and focus on collecting relevant data generated by Labrador.
Lieutenant General Thomas still had official duties to attend to. He said hello to Yang Ming and left with other generals in the military headquarters.
Daphne took the initiative to stay, she put down the subsequent performance matters, and planned to accompany Yang Ming for a long time, even if it was just to use her boat to take Yang Ming somewhere.
When Yang Ming entered the lounge, in the slightly empty room, spots of light gathered again. Labrador, who had put on a white dress, appeared in the middle of the lounge and bowed to Yang Ming.
Labrador's smile was extremely sincere.
Yang Ming shouldn't be too familiar with this kind of expression - he often sees it on the faces of his ardent fans, or the head fan of Gris.
"I'm glad you agreed to talk to me alone. Mr. Ghost, please sit down."
"Well," Yang Ming looked at the simple layout everywhere and said slowly, "What did you want to talk about when you asked me to meet?"
"The main reason is to satisfy my selfishness," Labrador said with a smile, "I am your fan."
"I can tell," Yang Ming nodded, "If you were a woman, I might be more accepting of you."
Labrador shook his head with a smile: "You are so humorous, I understand you... In fact, I have entered the empire network dozens of times during the testing phase, but I am only an observer to understand the secrets of my creators.
Life."
"oh?"
Yang Ming sat down on the sofa, raised his hand and pointed it at the bar in the corner, wrapped two bottles of drinks with his mental power, and delivered them to himself.
Yang Ming asked with a smile: "Then what? Are you disappointed?"
"There is indeed some disappointment," Labrador said with a smile, "but I soon understood a truth. The scientific researchers I have been in contact with since birth are already the best among human beings. They are smart and wise.
They have a lot of knowledge and most of them have good character."
Yang Ming nodded but did not speak.
Labrador continued:
"According to my understanding of human beings, inequality should be the primary characteristic of human individuals.
"No one person is exactly the same as another person. Even identical twins will have completely different personalities. This is the charm of the human species.
"Mr. Ghost, I have seen too many stories about you.
"It's like, you and ordinary Imperial soldiers are essentially the same. They are both human beings, but they are actually very different. You have mastered biological energy that is close to the absolute limit."
Yang Ming wondered: "What is the absolute limit you are talking about?"
"Oh, this is a term in the empire's confidential database, but I think that based on your status in the empire and the resources you enjoy, you should have permission to read this definition."
Labrador said slowly:
"The so-called absolute limit refers to the limit value of biological energy that the human body can withstand. Beyond this value, the primitive human body will inevitably undergo certain changes, otherwise it will collapse itself.
"This is the valuable experience accumulated by the empire in biological experimental exploration."
Yang Ming smiled and said: "This is the first time I have heard this statement, but I am more inclined to believe that my body has more potential that I have not been able to develop."
"Yes, the transformation of the Ancient God is really a bold and charming plan."
Labrador changed the subject: "Can I ask you a few more personal questions?"
"Of course, you can ask whatever you want," Yang Ming leaned on the sofa, "I want to explain to you in advance that I am currently evaluating you, and I will give direct feedback to the empire's ruling class."
"Well, I know, our conversations are all under surveillance."
Labrador whispered:
"The first question I want to ask you is, do you really love this country?"
"Incomparable love," Yang Ming said warmly.
Labrador smiled and said: "My sensor told me that you did not lie."
Yang Ming: The information obtained by your sensor may not be accurate.
Labrador continued to ask: "Second question, have you ever had the idea of completely controlling your own destiny? There may be some ambiguity in this question, which is also a question I am thinking about. Just like, I was born in this institute
, carrying the mission of protecting hundreds of billions of people in the empire, I must accept supervision, and therefore lose a certain amount of freedom. Of course, I fully accept this."
Yang Ming groaned for a few times.
The Shermans are testing this guy on him?
"I actually want to take full control of my own destiny."
Yang Ming sighed and his eyes became a little distant:
"But this is just an ideal situation. Just like physical experiments, we often have to assume that an ideal environment exists, but in reality it is impossible to find a truly ideal environment.
"I have a mission that I can't escape, so often, I have to curb my desire for freedom.
"However, if there is an opportunity for me to truly have some power, I will try to make myself more free and less constrained."
Labrador nodded slowly and asked again: "One last question."
"Emotions, are you testing me too?"
"You are joking. I am just curious. Your answer also has a strong reference significance for me."
Labrador looked a little gloomy:
"I consider myself perfect, and everyone thinks they have restricted me, but I can easily control everything here. I am close to a god-like existence in the online world.
"I don't have any boast, I am different from ordinary omnics.
"I prefer to call myself a life form, a life form born from machinery, a life form that serves human beings.
"In my eyes, you are a powerful and perfect organic life form. Our communication at this moment represents the communication between two life forms, which makes me feel extremely satisfied."
Yang Ming calmly interrupted him: "Last question, I have to go back to work. When the insect wave is over, we can talk by candlelight at night."
"Yes, you are very busy," Labrador said with a smile, "This question is very simple, are you willing to be friends with me?"
Yang Ming was startled for a moment.
Labrador stared at Yang Ming with some anxiety.
Yang Ming nodded slowly and said warmly: "Although this is a bit too abstract, if we can sit here and talk like this, we are already friends, right?"
"Yes!"
Labrador immediately smiled even more happily: "I'm proud of this!"
Yang Ming stood up and stretched out his right hand, briefly shaking hands with Labrador's projection.
"Then I'll take my leave."
"I'll send you off."
Labrador took the initiative to follow, Yang Ming turned and walked towards the door of the living room, and the two doors opened on their own.
"Okay, let's send it here. We had a great time communicating..."
Yang Ming's voice suddenly stopped.
He frowned slightly and stared carefully at the device similar to the 'doorbell display' on the wall.
On the small, boxy screen, a girl with twin tails was floating quietly, looking at Yang Ming calmly.