"Could it be that what looked like virtual reality was actually us entering an ancient ruin?"
Cai Xiaodong asked in shock.
The others all revealed grave expressions.
No way?
If that was true, then dying here in battle would mean actually dying?
"...No."
AI Xiao Chi explained:
"The Vanguard Team cleared the first stage and obtained partial control authority over the ruin's outer checkpoints. That small portion of authority can help us construct this virtual reality and simulate behavioral logic."
"To put it simply, we obtained a black box."
"A black box where we can input information and receive feedback, but we do not know its underlying logic."
"That is why we need your help to explore hidden clues."
"After all, if we merely needed to search for suspicious clues, wouldn't it be enough to use massive computing power for concentrated retrieval and filtering?"
Li Yi pondered for a moment before saying:
"I roughly understand the idea, but conversely, does that mean your simulation logic is not completely comprehensive either?"
"For example, some actions might trigger certain mechanisms within the ruins, but here in virtual reality, they might not produce any response at all. Is that right?"
AI Xiao Chi replied:
"Theoretically, yes. However, since most observable situations have already been recorded, the chances of that happening are extremely low."
"Alright, thank you for the explanation."
Li Yi nodded. In other words, gathering intelligence here would be sufficiently comprehensive and would provide ample rehearsal and strategy preparation for entering the actual Tian Shu Ruins later.
He turned to the others.
"I'd like your opinions. Do you want to enter the next checkpoint, or search for more suspicious clues first?"
Cai Xiaodong answered without hesitation:
"Of course we should hurry into the next stage. We only have four hours, and what