Silver light rose from her body, standing in stark contrast to the artificial version's cold radiance.
"The power of Virgo is not merely precise calculation, but an unrelenting pursuit of perfection."
"And that pursuit itself contains subjective value judgments."
"What is beautiful? What is worth protecting?"
"These questions cannot be answered with mathematical formulas. They require the drive of emotion and the warmth of humanity."
She pointed at the data model in the projection.
"Your plan is indeed perfect in numerical terms, but you have overlooked the most important thing."
"Those thirty million lives are not statistics. They are flesh-and-blood individuals."
"Each one has their own dreams, hopes, and loved ones."
"True perfection is not cold efficiency, but cherishing every single life."
Upon hearing this, a flicker of confusion crossed Artificial Seraphina's eyes.
Her computational system could not understand such "irrational" logic.
"Emotions only cloud judgment," she insisted.
"Your ideas may be beautiful, but they are meaningless in the face of reality."
"Saving everyone is impossible. Choices must be made."
"And the most rational choice is the plan with the fewest losses."
As Lin Ye listened to the debate between the two Seraphinas, he gradually understood the heart of the issue.
He tightened his grip on the Genesis Star Sword, feeling a subtle change emanating from its blade.
The seven Constellation Powers began resonating with the true Seraphina.
Aries's courage echoed her resolve.
Taurus's resilience affirmed her persistence.
Gemini's wisdom admired her adaptability.
Cancer's protection resonated with her compassion.
Leo's light was moved by her justice.
Libra's balance understood her considerations.
Scorpio's transformation supported her growth.
Pisces's intuition recognized her sincerity.
Yet the Genesis Star Sword showed no response whatsoever to Artificial Seraphina.
Though she was more powerful in terms of ability, the Constellation Marks within the sword could not