Rule Strange: Urban Legends That Don't Exist

Chapter 1004 The changing situation ([-])

"Their secret to making money is not monopoly, but sharing."

Klein drank a glass of wine, and Chen Yan felt strong anxiety from the emotions he accidentally displayed due to alcohol.

"William Adams knew this a long time ago, and he said many times in public that this was how he made money...but no one cared...and no one could do it."

Klein's mental state was not good, but his physical condition was really good. Synaesthesia recognized that Klein had replaced most of his body with omni-mechanical devices—including part of his brain.

So his current physical condition is much better than that of ordinary people.

"Why me?" Although Chen Yan knew something, he still asked this question.

Klein's answer answered part of his doubts:

"A very important reason comes from the decision of the senior management of the William Adams Group - that person named James Adams. He is very optimistic about you. This is already known to everyone, and it is also the reason why you can have this engagement now. Important thrust.”

The vein on Chen Yan's forehead jumped, and the feeling of humiliation appeared for no reason.

Klein continued:
"The situation of the William Adams Group is very complicated. As the largest business empire in the history of human civilization... it is now more than just a business empire... They have huge differences on the issue of the next agent, and James Adams is It’s a very heavy vote on this issue.”

Chen Yan said in a low voice:
"Why didn't William Adams himself upload his consciousness to the brain computer? Wouldn't this be a perfect solution to all problems?"

Klein nodded:
"This is one of the most puzzling issues in the entire incident. No one knows what William Adams himself thought about [immortality], and he never made any private or public remarks about brain-computer technology. Speech.”

Chen Yan said:

"The Turing chip itself is enough to prove some of his ideas - he is somewhat disdainful of the mimetic neural network, and I am afraid that the uploading of consciousness itself may be mixed with such ideas."

Klein nodded, confirming Chen Yan's guess—it was just a confirmation of the guess:

"We have thought about this before, but it is hard to say exactly what the situation is. People with extreme wealth always have access to unknown knowledge that ordinary people have no access to. That knowledge is the basis for their judgments about reality. William Adams himself had access to things we can only imagine.”

Chen Yan looked at Klein and couldn't help showing that he was hesitant to speak.

Klein certainly knows what he is thinking. Reading people's hearts and observing their emotions is one of the most important parts of his daily work.

"My connections are more irrelevant than you think."

He actually spoke out about it.

"My godfather... Although his seniority is a bit strange, he is indeed my godfather... He was originally a nobleman. He relied on his own ferocity and the few resources left by his ancestors to survive in the era of great development and construction in Yanan City. After making some achievements, he was promoted to the state capital, and later was lucky enough to be promoted to the imperial capital... Practical officials have always been the most lovable. He soon became a member of the choir and entered the administrative center of the empire. .

Administration and power are two concepts - he is just a clerk. The only advantage he has is that he can obtain information faster than anyone else, so I can respond to some very advanced things in a timely manner and rely on my own resources. Take corresponding measures... Even so, it is a big advantage. "

Klein didn't say much on this matter. To him, it was originally irrelevant.

"In short, everything is proceeding step by step. The process may be delayed due to some small things, but at least we are making continuous progress."

Klein said some soothing words, but the effect was not good.

"The reconstruction of the logistics center is in progress, but it is impossible to guarantee everyone, because the empire's journey is in the stars and the sea, not in the conquered land at its feet."

Klein revealed the essence of the matter—the essence that made Chen Yan extremely disgusted.

"On Dais Island... or under the island, a modular controllable nuclear fusion control center and reactor will soon be built. Stavo Heavy Industry will take over the entire project, but you still need to do the final data client - —The controlled data life in the Turing chip will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the controllable nuclear fusion control center and reactor, so after it is built, it will be completely closed."

Chen Yan couldn't help interrupting:

"This is really...crazy."

Klein's "irritable" mood intensified:
"Yes, these actions are truly crazy! How could the empire make such a decision? Why? How can it be possible to completely trust a data life that can iterate countless times a day? No one can give the answer!"

Chen Yan understood the source of Klein's inner irritability - Klein has access to more information than him, but there are not many truths that he can know. This means that everything is unknown, the unknown present and the unknown future. Every day is unknown... but Klein is the executor of these policies that will lead to all unknown results. He does not know what consequences his actions will lead to, and can only imagine his own through guesses and unfounded reasoning. In the future, being immersed in this feeling every moment will definitely make people feel terrible...

"In any case, you need to consider this marriage carefully."

Klein did not use any "consoling" tone because he knew that some things were unknown, just as he had never guided Chen Yan to accept this marriage:

"You can get a lot from this marriage, including the goodwill from the White family, a detailed explanation of the big data algorithm connected to the Turing chip, and even some in-depth strategic layout of the William Adams family in smart chips in the future. These are all It is precious news, so precious that it will not only generate wealth, but also generate a real future.”

"But once you choose to join, you are involved in their situation. You have ties and things that you have to accomplish. You will not only represent your personal wishes, but you must carry out activities for the benefit of the family."

"Insiders are always in control of their own actions, even the head of the group is no exception."

Klein paused here and did not continue this dangerous topic.

He had to meet a lot of people tonight, and time was tight, but he had a lot to tell Chen Yan, so he could only seize the time.

"What you must know is that the conflicts between the various interest groups within the William Adams Group are very serious, almost to the point where hand-to-hand combat is about to begin. Now that William Adams is here, the situation can still be suppressed, but once William Adams... Adams chose not to undergo omnic modifications, and when he passed away, the William Adams Corporation would inevitably fall into war.

If you choose this marriage, you must participate in the war that is bound to happen for the White family, who are your relatives.

No matter what... you have to think carefully. "

What Klein didn't expect was that after he explained everything so "carefully and sincerely", while he was waiting for Chen Yan to question and follow up, he would finally wait until such a question came——

"That woman."

Chen Yan said her name.

"Saphant G. Samuel White, she looks a little sick. What's going on?"

Klein didn't expect Chen Yanyan to care about such trivial details. He was actually stunned for two seconds before those unimportant and related vague memories came to his mind.

"She...she is actually not the biological daughter of the White family, but an orphan adopted from outside."

Klein explained the essence of the problem directly:
"Big families usually adopt girls like this and raise them from childhood. They are clean and well-educated. The most important thing is that they are not related by blood, so they are most suitable for marriage or as gifts - big families will not No sympathy or sympathy."

A look of disgust appeared on Klein's face.

The look of disgust disappeared in a flash, leaving only slight fatigue.As he continued to speak, the slight fatigue also disappeared:

"She... is clean. Old nobles like the White family who believe in the Holy Light will never allow a girl who bears the name of the family to lose her virginity before getting married. They even have stricter requirements for her in this regard than women from ordinary families. Much...the reason why I used those famous ladies to warn you was more out of my distrust of the Governor..."

Chen Yan interrupted awkwardly:

"No...you misunderstood me. I mean, is this woman not very smart..."

He looked at Klein's uncomprehending eyes and explained:

"Is there something wrong with her? For example, low intelligence? Or a performative personality? Or..."

Klein frowned and thought carefully before responding:
"Well...I've never heard of anything wrong with the ladies of the White family..."

He reassured:

"You can't hide this kind of thing. Even if you can hide it before you get married, you can't hide it after you get married. A noble noble who wants a face marries a fool to his ally. This kind of thing is very disgraceful at any time. So I think Miss White is a normal person."

Chen Yan had some ideological struggle and then said:

"Let's get in touch first and see...it doesn't seem like you're in a hurry to get married, right?"

Klein looked at Chen Yan with surprise:

"They are very conservative... either get married or don't fall in love. For those old nobles, if you fall in love with their daughter but don't get married, they will kill you."

The vein on Chen Yan's forehead jumped again:
"Is that so..."

Klein exhaled:

"In short... that's about it. You think about it carefully and give me an answer as soon as possible... Mr. White will stay in the first island chain until tomorrow night. That is our deadline."

Chen Yan nodded and said:
"understood."

Klein looked at his "well-informed" look, relaxed a little, and said:

"Your current focus should be on the market expansion of Turing chips. With the policy support and financial subsidies from the logistics center, Turing chips should soon be spread to the entire first island chain. That will be the first island link in the future. The basis for entering the World Wide Web of Things Center... please be sure to complete it as soon as possible."

Klein's tone changed:
"The damage caused by Typhoon [Apacalops] to the mechanical hive was completely unexpected, and all progress was delayed... We don't know what damage the typhoon will cause to other island chains in the future, but with "Dice Island is a lesson learned from the past. I believe that the subsequent island chains will have corresponding response measures, and they will not be as seriously damaged as Dyes Island."

"The surface has lagged too far behind. I heard the news that a controllable nuclear fusion reactor capable of supplying fifty Starlink space stations has been built in space. The advance fleet with unlimited energy has relied on this unlimited energy supply. Entering the [Dark Zone] outside the signal coverage of the [Lighthouse] again... The controllable nuclear fusion they first brought back has begun to be used in primary applications, and the [normal temperature superconductor] they later obtained has also begun research and development, and is about to be put into production. …”

"But what about the surface? There is nothing on the surface now. Look at the people in the Mechanical Hive. They are still running for life. The low-end service industry will always be more powerful than the high-end industry. If this continues, why does the empire still need the surface? ?”

Chen Yan heard infinite pessimism in Klein's voice.

It was also from these words that Chen Yan finally understood why Klein was so concerned about the large-scale application of Turing chips in the first island chain.

So Chen Yan made promises, and these promises gave Klein a short period of relief.

Klein, who was still in a hurry, said, "Please call me anytime if you have anything to do" and left in a hurry.

Chen Yan lowered his head and thought for a moment, digesting what Klein said. Then he looked at Swam who had already walked around the living room and asked:

"are you full?"

Swarm responded candidly:
"Eight points full."

Chen Yan felt a little apologetic:

"There's no time, we have to leave as soon as possible...I still have things to do."

It was impossible to get married. Chen Yan felt that the benefits of this marriage were not reaped and it made him a mess. Besides, he had no affection for that woman at all. Let alone getting married, it was impossible to fall in love!

Swam responded with ease:

"let's go!"

Chen Yan turned his head and saw a familiar figure staggering towards him.

It wasn't until he got closer that Chen Yan could see clearly that the left side of the other person's face was severely swollen, his eyes were bruised and red, his steps were sluggish, and his ladylike clothes were stained with a lot of dust, making him look very embarrassed.

it's that woman...

It was Saphant G. Samael White.

Who was she fighting with?

"Hey."

The woman had a thick accent, and synaesthesia told Chen Yan that this tone was because she was enduring pain.

"I had a fight with that Magellan, and my father didn't want me anymore, so I have nowhere to go now."

The tone of the woman who is sometimes crazy and sometimes sane is full of reason:

"Find me a place to stay."

Chen Yan was surprised and said:
"Why are you fighting with him?"

The woman's tone was still reasonable:

"He speaks ill of you."

Having said this, the woman squeezed one eye and said in a very happy tone:

"Don't look at me like this, he didn't get anything from me! I punched him and knocked out three of his teeth! I also kicked his arm out! Haha!"

(End of this chapter)