Chapter 98 - Breaking Boundaries
Chapter 98 - Breaking Boundaries
Arthur opened the door to the room, and as soon as he stepped inside, the light automatically switched
on. The room was lined with several neatly arranged computers on one side, and on the other side,
there was a room containing a large machine that served as a data processing server.
Arthur allowed Fan Tian to enter, then quietly said, “I've set up this room for you to conduct your
research with the technology you're refining.”
Fan Tian, who had only ever been able to dream of having such a complete facility, was left
momentarily speechless when he saw all the technology that Arthur had prepared for him.
“Mr. Gardner, this is a lot of equipment – and it's all top of the line!” Tian exclaimed, only further
impressed by the fact that Arthur had kept all his promises exactly.
"Great. Let's get everything set up so you can start using all the facilities as soon as possible," Arthur
replied.
Several minutes later, having transferred all the data he used to develop his Artificial Intelligence
technology, Fan Tian and Arthur sat in front of a large computer screen.
"So, how long will it take you to complete your research, Mr. Fan Tian?" Arthur asked.
“Please, just call me by my name, Mr. Gardner," Tian replied.
"Ah, okay," Arthur acknowledged.
Tian then continued, “I need a powerful machine such as the one you have provided so that my
artificial intelligence training process can go quickly. But there is still one problem that I haven't been
able to solve yet and it looks like it will take me another two to four months to find a solution.”
Arthur paused to listen to Fan Tian's explanation, gazing at the computer screen in front of him. Of
course, he didn't understand what Tian was discussing; he had only recently begun learning about
computers and lacked the knowledge of such advanced technology. "What is he talking about?" he
thought.
[Host, would you like to inquire about the set of skills you need so you can assist with Mr. Fan Tian?]
Arthur paused for a moment, considering the system's offer. "Okay," he finally said. "Please tell me,
what skills do I need, System?"
[My analysis suggests that you need Programming skills in order to be able to work with computer
coding, read all the research that has been done by Mr. Fan Tian, and gain a better understanding of
Artificial Intelligence. Additionally, Logic skills are necessary for you to be able to formulate and solve
problems related to AI.]
Arthur nodded slowly, his gaze lingering on the VIP Points displayed in his system. "I think I have
enough points for now," he said, "190. I don't think using a few to unlock these two high-demand skills
will have a detrimental effect on me."
He took a deep breath, and after giving it some thought, he decided. "System, unlock Programming
with 30 VIP points. I want to make sure I unlock the full potential of this very valuable skill, and I'll use
another 20 points on Logic."
[Alright, host, please enjoy the new world with your new abilities – abilities that perhaps only a few
humans on Earth can master optimally.]
[Skills - 8]
[...]
[Programming - 30 (Expert)]
[Logic - 20 (Advanced)]
Instantly, Arthur felt his head become a little dizzy as millions of information rushed into his mind.
Normally, he felt very composed, but now his head was swarming with various kinds of information that
he wanted to process with the newly acquired skill. "What's going on?" he wondered out loud.
It was the first time he had unlocked the skill to its full potential, and it was as if he had been
transformed into a new being, with an influx of knowledge flooding into his consciousness.
The feeling was distinctively different compared to when he unlocked skills that required physical
movement, such as driving and shooting. Programming and Logic skills, on the other hand, seemed to
consume his whole mind's capacity.
Arthur suddenly felt nauseous, as if his mind was overwhelmed by the sudden influx of knowledge.
"System," he said, his voice weak, "I think I need to upgrade my mental capacity if I want to keep up
with these two new skills I've just learned."
Arthur slowly nodded, realizing that investing in upgrading his Mind ability was a decision he would
never regret.
"Alright," he said softly, "I'll use 30 VIP points to upgrade my Mind."
[Alright, host, your wish is my command.]
[Host: Arthur Gardner]
[...]
[Body: 70 (Excellent)]
[Mind: 85 (Exceptional)]
[VIP Points: 110]
[...]
Instantly, Arthur felt something he had never experienced before - his mind, previously so heavy that it
almost made him faint, suddenly felt as if it had expanded to a much greater size. With this newfound
clarity, he was able to see a way to overcome the obstacle ahead of him - The Underworld. He felt
confident he knew how to use his resources to solve it optimally.
Arthur paused, smiling and nodding slowly in satisfaction.
[Host, with a Mind of 85, you are already part of a select few humans throughout history who have
attained the intelligence you currently possess. What's more, you can even increase it to 100 or more,
making you even more remarkable.]
"Thank you, System," Arthur responded. "I never even dreamed that something like this was attainable.
Now, with the upgrade I just received, I feel like a completely different person."
Fan Tian, who had been observing Arthur with studious silence, was still quiet, as it seemed that Arthur
was deep in thought. After a few moments, he summoned the courage to inquire, "Mr. Gardner, may I
be of assistance in any way?"
"Eh!" Arthur finally replied to Tian's query. "Ah, no, no... Alright, now let's take a look at the issue you're
having with your AI research, Tian," he said, gesturing to the computer screen.
Tian nodded and reluctantly turned to the screen, trying to explain the issue. "Mr. Gardner, I'm not sure
if I can articulate the problem I'm having... I mean..."
Tian didn't want to embarrass Arthur for attempting to explain such a complex matter to him, so he
hesitated and thought hard about how to word it for someone unfamiliar with the world of programming
and computers.
"You don't need to worry, please go ahead and explain the problem in detail," Arthur offered, then
paused. "I have studied programming before, so hopefully I can be of some help."
"Ah, okay, Mr. Gardner," Tian replied.
Tian immediately began to explain the problem in greater detail to Arthur, not hesitating for a moment.
Every now and then, he glanced over to Arthur, who appeared to be paying close attention.
"So, the issue is because you have limited data?" Arthur inquired.
Tian suddenly became quiet when Arthur asked him that question. As an Artificial Intelligence
researcher, who had dedicated many years to this field, he fully comprehended that the field he was
studying was not something that could be easily comprehended. However, Arthur seemed to grasp the
issues he was facing with just one explanation.
“Ah, Mr. Gardner.... Yes, I am having a challenge with limited data.”
Tian then turned to Arthur with profound admiration. “How did you manage to understand everything I
said so quickly?”
"Ah yes," Arthur responded calmly, "I was just guessing, but if it is indeed the problem with the data, I
believe I can help you solve this problem more swiftly." Content held by NôvelDrama.Org.
Tian was completely taken aback and, as if his mind had stopped, he couldn't believe that the
incredibly intricate issue he was dealing with had actually been comprehended by Arthur Gardner,
someone he never would have imagined had such an extensive understanding of Artificial Intelligence.
He shook his head once more and a smile finally graced his face. "Mr. Gardner," he said, voice
apologetic, "I'm amazed you were able to understand the difficulty I'm facing so easily. I'm sorry for ever
doubting you."