The Potential "X" / I'm Having a Hard Time (U.S. Military Edition)

Kevin crossed his arms, a smile playing on his lips. The implicit "If you can do it, then you do it" in his words prompted Tony to reveal his idea without hesitation.

"First, one must have self-awareness and excellent learning ability, and be able to upgrade weapon systems based on the environment and the characteristics of the opponent..."

"Furthermore, the real-time updates and sharing of information networks facilitate their intelligence gathering..."

"As for materials, Emmada Metal and vibranium are good choices. They can be broken down into micro-molecular materials that can be used to infiltrate nanomachines, so they can be considered..."

When it came to his professional field, the ever-arrogant and flamboyant Tony naturally spoke eloquently in front of Kevin, while Pepper, the personal assistant following behind this genius scientist, couldn't help but sigh helplessly.

Ultron, so you really did have this plan...

Kevin, having managed to extract Tony's true thoughts, felt a throbbing pain in his head again.

With the advent of Skynet, the Ultron robot, originally scheduled to appear in Avengers: Age of Ultron, seems to be "prematurely" introduced.

However, the Avengers have not yet been formed, and Skynet is already sharpening its knives. If Ultron were to infiltrate at this time, it would be a disaster.

As they spoke, the two arrived at the prototype area of smart home technology developed by Cyberdyne Systems for the mass market.

At the entrance, a 3D virtual beauty projection with large waves seemed to understand people's hearts, blowing kisses and beckoning to the crowd, hoping they would come and experience it.

Tsk tsk, the posture imitates Marilyn Monroe, and the appearance bears a striking resemblance to Audrey Hepburn. What haven't I seen? A mere 3D projection thinks it can pull off this?

Tony adjusted his brown sunglasses, adopting an art-obsessed perspective to appreciate the work with detachment.

For him, this was child's play, and naturally... he couldn't refuse!

Tony stepped into the smart home prototype experience area without hesitation, his face full of anticipation.

Kevin smiled faintly, and the bright green, spherical electronic toy in 2B's arms gleamed with red light in his eyes.

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Section 239, Chapter 225: The Potential "X"

"Today's weather is partly cloudy with a light breeze of level 1-2. You can Door Opening for ventilation. The indoor temperature is 25 degrees Celsius, and the relative humidity is 55%..."

The smart assistant's sweet voice was very pleasant to listen to, which piqued Tony's interest. He snapped his fingers and gave instructions to the blonde beauty leaning over him.

"I just got off the plane and haven't had breakfast yet, so please prepare a plate of donuts and a Coke for me..."

Then, a robotic arm brought out a tray and presented it to Tony.

"You're only letting me eat this?! Where are my donuts and Coke?"

Tony was somewhat dissatisfied with the combination of a hamburger, a plate of vegetable salad, and a glass of milk in front of him.

"Based on your physical condition, it is not advisable to consume too many carbonated drinks and fried foods..."

"The current combination best aligns with the theory of a balanced diet..."

Although the 3D projection was smiling, its tone was unusually serious.

Since the taste wasn't very good, Tony reluctantly took a few bites and then threw it aside, finishing only the hot milk.

As for the vegetable salad, which looked utterly unappetizing, he didn't touch it at all. After all, as a carnivore, he absolutely hated it.

"Appropriate exercise after meals is recommended to ensure proper digestive function..."

With a slight wave of the 3D projection, the sofa Tony was sitting on automatically moved aside, and a small, conveyor belt-like treadmill appeared beneath his feet.

"Hey! I never said I was going to exercise, understand?"

Tony stared at the treadmill that was already turning, frowning in protest as he walked.

"This is an essential measure for maintaining your digestive system; it will make your body healthier..."

"Please continue the activity as planned for ten minutes..."

The smart assistant continued to explain its reasons and arrangements to its owner in a calm and unhurried tone.

After being forced to exercise for a full ten minutes, Tony's face darkened. He had never been a disciplined person, but now he had to obey orders for the "healthy lifestyle" the machine talked about.

Is it okay now?

When Tony asked that question, Pepper saw the deep displeasure on her boss's face.

"Please spend ten minutes outdoors to promote calcium absorption..."

However, adhering to the "healthy living" concept, the smart home assistant still uses its sweet voice to arrange the owner's actions for the day.

"Rubbish!"

Without saying a word, Tony pressed the pause button, stormed out of the experience area, and left with a compliment before he left.

"It seems your eating habits aren't healthy, and your choice of words is also..."

Kevin greeted her with a smile, while the emerald green sphere behind him shrank back into 2B's arms.

"Healthy living my ass! I just like to eat donuts and drink Coke for breakfast, and I refuse to exercise afterward, is that wrong?"

"Alcohol abuse, sex, staying up late, smoking... these are the pleasures that life can't avoid."

"Whether good or bad habits, they are all part of my life, so why should I change them?"

"What idiot designed this thing? Programs are just service providers, not human regulators!"

Tony, who was in a bad mood, loathed this so-called "intelligent butler," and his feelings toward Cyberdyne Systems also turned sour.

Humans are complex and multifaceted beings. If everyone lived like a "healthy machine," what joy would there be in life?

Kevin looked around at the T-Series weapons, his eyes serious, his tone filled with emotion.

"Whether you like it or not, our lives have already been permeated by artificial intelligence..."

"Sorted daily based on your preferred Twitter news, linked accounts across different social media platforms, and stores based on your shopping preferences..."

"They have long since secretly controlled our lives, but their role as servants has downplayed their managerial nature..."

"People aren't as free as you think..."

Tony, a genius who had developed the Artificial Intelligence J.A.R.V.I.S., looked back carefully and felt a deep empathy, finding himself speechless with rebuttal.

Afterwards, the two avoided the crowd and went to a coffee shop to sit down.

"Now, this smart home assistant, designed to keep you healthy and active, has simply enhanced the administrator's permissions, and you can't stand it..."

"If they were applied to the military field, managing T-series combat machines."

"So, the intensity of the war, the types of weapons deployed, and the number of casualties are all controlled by them..."

Are you sure that their so-called "correct choices" are truly beneficial to humanity itself?

"People are always making mistakes, but it is through these mistakes that we grow..."

"Do we really need the kind of 'correctness' under Artificial Intelligence management?"

Kevin ordered a cappuccino and chatted as he drank, expressing his deep thoughts and concerns in a low voice.

Tony had such a strong reaction simply because it was about managing his life.

If all of the nation's most important assets are handed over to the [Skynet] for control, even if they don't rebel immediately, they will inevitably cause various problems in the future.

Tony frowned deeply; he suddenly realized that his predictions about intelligent weapons were far too optimistic.

Kevin then secretly passed on some of Skynet's information to Tony, and finally revealed his deeper considerations.

"If they truly develop intelligence and emotions, the formation of a new population will inevitably lead to a redistribution of resources."

"So who is the largest consumer of resources on this This Planet?"

The commander left this question unanswered, got up and left the coffee shop, leaving Tony to ponder the consequences of highly intelligent technology alone.

With this warning in mind, even if the "Age of Ultron" inevitably arrives, the clever Iron Man will surely leave behind some means of checks and balances.

When Kevin returned to the hall, the charming Mayor Warren was having a pleasant conversation with General Stryker, the military representative.

Based on the current situation, it seems that there is a force considering the use of [Skynet].

Businessmen focus on its profits, while politicians consider the ease with which Skynet can be integrated into administrative and civil administration.

As for these soldiers, they naturally hoped that this dazzling mechanized legion could make up for the America' lack of manpower and spread the light of freedom and democracy to all parts of the world.

After all, Skynet has the ability to evolve and learn independently. In terms of drones alone, it completely outclasses fighter jet units that require a large investment in training.

It's important to understand that the cost of training an excellent pilot is even far greater than the cost of deploying an F-15E fighter jet...

But Skynet continues to inherit combat experience and mass-produce ace pilots! Compared to the costs that had to be paid before, it's incredibly cheap.

Kevin watched as General Stryker approached with a smile, and Dr. Bolivar Trask, a man of short stature, stood to the other side. His unease was intense.

Because the famous "Weapon X Program was created by William Stryker, a hawkish figure in the military, which indirectly led to the birth of the "X" Men.

As for the dwarf doctor Bolivar Trask, he was even more remarkable. Not only did he discover the X-Gene in his research on mutants, but he also, in a sense, ended the future of mutants.

"Trask Industries... Sentinel Robot..."

The commander calmed himself down, concealing the apprehension in his eyes, and then forced a smile as he approached the two key figures who might be involved in the coming of "Judgment Day".

P. S.: I hope Tony's flamboyant character hasn't fallen apart.

Furthermore, the Second-generation Sentinel Robot are truly powerful.

Chapter 226, Section 240: This is too hard for me (US Army Limited Edition)

During these elite conversations, Kevin gained a lot of useful intelligence and a better understanding of the current situation in the United States.

First, General William, who deeply despises mutants, takes a hard line and is dedicated to the widespread use of Skynet, hoping to upgrade the military's weapons and equipment.

After the Raccoon City incident, it became clear to the higher-ups that conventional warfare, which relied on large-scale assaults and overwhelming numbers, was outdated, and that the combat effectiveness of ordinary soldiers was no longer sufficient to deal with special crises.

Secondly, given the unpredictable nature of the global situation, the complex and multifaceted American political arena and its powerful intelligence agencies are adept at adapting to changing circumstances and each has its own agenda.

For example, a group of people, including Hank McCoy, the Office of Mutant Affairs, who uses "human rights" as a pretext to seek asylum for mutants and legitimize their existence, are thriving in New York.

While they rallied a large number of mutant forces, their rhetoric of "equality" and "anti-discrimination" resonated with marginalized immigrants and people of color.

The powerful S.H.I.E.L.D.. has begun contacting more reputable Super Hero who respect the law and is working to form an organization called the "Avengers".

After all, it would be quite easy for S.H.I.E.L.D.. to find out the identities of these people, and with the added pretext of "righteousness," the Super Hero, bound by their own obligations, would generally comply obediently.

Furthermore, the two sides are no longer satisfied with the "politics + mutants" and "S.H.I.E.L.D.. + Super Hero" models, and there is a growing trend towards convergence.

Rumors suggest they are pushing for a system called the "Superhuman Registration Act," which aims to establish an organization like the "Hero Association," modeled after American labor unions.

Capitalists, sensing a business opportunity, were not to be outdone, and began hiring popular Super Hero and mutants as spokespeople, hoping to trademark and profit from them.

A certain "Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man has already appeared on the big screen in a red bodysuit, selling Pizza Hut pizzas...

The deep-pocketed Stark Industries even built an "Iron Man" theme park for its boss Tony in the city center, attracting a large number of fans.

Times... have truly changed...

In contrast, the military leaders who have painstakingly cultivated their power over a long period of time are now in an awkward position.

Their series of baffling actions not only showed a collective drop in intelligence, but also an extreme misfortune, making them nothing short of utter clowns.

Oldest One, the "Weapon X Program," spearheaded by General William, aimed to control and create mutant weapons that obeyed commands, ultimately leading to the creation of mutants such as Wolverine, Sabretooth, and Deadpool.

However, after the brutal details of the experiments were revealed, the group of defecting mutants joined forces to destroy the experimental base, and the "Weapon X Program was subsequently cancelled.

Secondly, after General Thaddeus E. Ross captured Dr. Banner, the Hulk, he launched the "Super Soldier Program," which resulted in the creation of the uncontrollable monster known as "Abomination."

In the end, their General Ross not only lost face and substance, but even his daughter Betty Ross was kidnapped by that big green guy.

Next, the military placed its bets on the T-Virus developed by Umbrella Corporation, which nearly triggered Biohazard Crisis, resulting in the complete extinction of Raccoon City.

Recently, the higher-ups took notice of the Iron Man Armor and encouraged James Rhodes, the U. S. Army's chief of weapons development, to obtain relevant information from his friend Tony and conduct research on its mass production.

In the end, they not only fell out with Stark Industries, but their research video, which had accomplished nothing, also became a negative example that Tony boasted about everywhere.

The Void Genome, the White Blood Cell Satellite, and the Tactical Mech— things that should have been within our grasp—all ended up being lost in the end.

Now, thanks to a series of subtle maneuvers, the military has not only lost all credibility and its voice, but its military spending has also been cut by more than one level, leaving it in a rather dire situation.

Eager to succeed, these people are now flirting with Cyberdyne Systems, drawn to the Terminator Series Robots and the Skynet system, which offer superior obedience and discipline.

Therefore, the military departments, which have been gritting their teeth and squeezing out defense spending, are basically determined to expand the "Skynet" network, hoping to save face in the process.

However, Kevin looked at General William in the crowd, whose expression was gloomy, arrogant, and full of confidence, and really didn't know what to say.