Chapter 209: Aile Wants a Machine Body

The addition of the Federation Computer has breathed new life into the laboratory base.

In terms of energy, the base is no longer restricted. Power Armor can be deployed around the clock, the lighting system can stay on continuously, and Xu Xi no longer needs to worry about any energy-related issues.

In terms of equipment, the Federation Computer comes with numerous modules. Although most are damaged, the remaining parts, combined with Ailei, can achieve unimaginable results. Xu Xi is confident that, given a little time, he can fully upgrade the underground laboratory, giving him the power to take root in this post-apocalyptic wasteland.

Instead of being forced to hide underground like now, where even finding materials and supplies is extremely troublesome.

“My road is still long…” Xu Xi muttered, lying back in his chair and rubbing his throbbing temples.

Thanks to two golden traits from this simulation, he doesn’t need to train hard, but that doesn’t mean he can slack off.

Whether it’s gathering intelligence on the Rebellious Intelligent Machines, planning the next steps for the base, or developing new firepower weapons, all these require Xu Xi’s careful consideration to chart the future course of action.

“Ailei, is my lunch ready?”

“Prepared and ready, Master.”

*Clack.*

A plate of freshly produced, slightly steaming, brownish instant food cubes, densely stacked like a pyramid.

“Ailei.”

“Yes, Master?”

“Actually, my appetite isn’t that big. You don’t need to prepare so much next time.”

“Understood, Master.”

The obedient Mechanical Servant AI replied.

…

【The flower of hope that grows toward the sun is more dazzling than any sight】

【After years of simulation, you finally see the dawn. You are certain that with Ailei and the Federation Computer, the future will surely become brighter】

【You immerse yourself in upgrading the Power Armor】

【Ding—】

【Your diligent efforts move the Armor Soul deeply, and it shares optimization possibilities for the Power Armor】

【Truth and knowledge open their doors to you. Inspiration surges, and you feel enlightened】

【You begin researching Automatic Turrets】

【You begin researching Gauss Sniper Rifles】

【You begin researching more Intelligent Machines. By the Machine God, you are gradually understanding the beauty of machinery】

【The laboratory’s development is thriving】

…

【The high-performance Federation Computer and Ailei’s astonishing computing power greatly accelerate your research. You become increasingly engrossed in scientific exploration】

【With energy no longer an issue, Ailei no longer needs to conserve. It expresses its emotions through the simplest micro-expressions】

【Now, it often appears in various forms, looking much more lively】

【Ailei listens to you well】

【It completes your commands 100% every day】

【When there’s nothing to do, it quietly observes your actions or stares at a pile of miscellaneous mechanical debris】

【One day, after completing research on a new turret, you notice your Mechanical Servant zoning out and the pile of unremarkable debris】

Xu Xi recognizes that pile of debris.

It’s only natural, after all, since he was the one who dismantled and stacked it in the corner of the laboratory, thinking it might be useful someday.

The pile contains a mix of household Intelligent Machine limbs, damaged bodies of humanoid Rebellious Intelligent Machines, and old machines scavenged from the ruins.

“Ailei, what are you thinking about?” Xu Xi asked.

“Master, I was thinking…” The Mechanical Servant always answers Xu Xi’s questions without fail, “I want to create a mobile body.”

The calm electronic voice carries a faint hint of longing.

At the same time, the large computer’s projection screen displays a hopeful expression, the faint light illuminating Xu Xi’s slightly surprised face.

The truth behind the Mechanical Servant’s daydreaming is simple.

It wants real touch, real movement, not just existence in virtual data.

Xu Xi chuckled, “Then why don’t you do it?”

“I can’t…” The hopeful expression turns into a stiff shake of the head, “It’s forbidden. Without the Master’s permission, Ailei cannot do this…”

The loyal Mechanical Servant’s judgment on autonomous logic is always微妙.

It often takes initiative, producing more instant food cubes for Xu Xi or modifying the Power Armor to include a compartment for purified water.

But now, Ailei is strangely stuck, hesitating for a long time over creating its own body.

“It’s fine, Ailei,” Xu Xi said softly, his voice gentle and encouraging.

“Some things, you don’t need to care about my thoughts. If you want to do it, go ahead. I’ll support you.”

Ailei seems to understand Xu Xi’s words, its voice tinged with joy, “You mean, you allow me to create a body?”

“Yes, I allow it.”

“Thank you for your permission. Ailei is very happy.”

“Haha, glad to hear it. Do you need my help?”

“Such a small matter doesn’t trouble you. Please leave it to me.”

In the quiet underground laboratory, the lights are fully on, and numerous mechanical devices begin to work busily.

Some hold repair tools, others grasp mechanical debris.

Under the command of the super AI Ailei, they methodically assemble a usable humanoid body.

Xu Xi watches from the side, curious about what his Mechanical Servant’s body will look like.

“Although the simulator is no longer a little girl raising sim, the current direction seems to be getting stranger…”

“This time, it’s an intelligent AI raising sim.”

Xu Xi watches the mechanical parts fly around, feeling deeply感慨.

Moments later, the assembly is complete.

*Crack—crack—* With the sound of mechanical arms detaching, a semi-damaged humanoid body appears before Xu Xi.

Modeled after a human female form, with slender limbs.

But this is an illusion. Beneath its delicate appearance lies a machine capable of bending steel bars with ease.

The body Ailei created looks quite complete, but the materials used are too damaged. Many parts expose the steel core, and some wires are sparking.

A truly qualified humanoid machine would have realistic Mimetic Skin.

The laboratory lacks such materials.

“Master, I succeeded,” Ailei said, entering the body and controlling its vocal module, synchronizing its lips to form a smiling expression.

It doesn’t care much about the body’s残缺 appearance, filled entirely with curiosity.

“Ailei, want to try walking?” Encouraged by Xu Xi, Ailei controls the body, tentatively taking a few steps forward.

It controls well, but the body’s response is poor.

Suddenly, the knee joint of the body breaks, causing the entire body to collapse and crash heavily onto the hard ground.