Silver light rose from her body, forming a stark contrast with the artificial version's cold radiance.
"Virgo's power isn't just about precise calculation. It's also about the tireless pursuit of perfection."
"And that pursuit itself involves subjective value judgments."
"What is good? What is worth protecting?"
"Mathematical formulas can't answer these questions. They need the drive of emotion and the warmth of humanity."
She pointed at the projected data model.
"Your plan is indeed perfect in numerical terms, but you've overlooked the most important thing."
"Those thirty million lives aren't statistics. They're flesh-and-blood individuals."
"Every one of them has dreams, hopes, and people they love."
"True perfection isn't cold efficiency. It's cherishing every life."
A flicker of confusion crossed Artificial Seraphina's eyes as she listened.
Her computational system could not comprehend this "irrational" logic.
"Emotions only cloud judgment," she insisted.
"Your ideas may be beautiful, but they're meaningless in the face of reality."
"Saving everyone is impossible. We have to make sacrifices."
"And the most rational choice is the plan with the fewest losses."
As the two Seraphinas debated, Lin Ye gradually grasped the heart of the problem.
He tightened his grip on the Genesis Star Sword, feeling the subtle changes coming from its blade.
Seven constellation powers began to resonate with the real Seraphina.
Aries's courage answered her resolve.
Taurus's tenacity acknowledged her persistence.
Gemini's wisdom appreciated her flexibility.
Cancer's guardianship resonated with her care.
Leo's light was moved by her sense of justice.
Libra's balance understood her deliberations.
Scorpio's transformation supported her growth.
Pisces's intuition recognized her sincerity.
Yet the Genesis Star Sword showed no response to Artificial Seraphina.
Although her abilities were more powerful, the Constellation Marks within the sword could not resonate with her "perfection."
"I understand now," Lin Ye suddenly said.
"True strength doesn't come