That evening, Lus Dad and Lus Mom, knowing their son had returned from his high school entrance exam, made a rare trip home. Their youngest son had prepared dinner early, and the family enjoyed the meal, reunited and harmonious.
The second sister quietly ate her food, while the third sister sat at the table squealing and squawking, never stopping, like a wind-up toy.
Simon coughed, "Ahem! Esteemed elders, I have an important announcement!"
His parents silently put down their chopsticks. The second sister paid no attention, continuing to feast, her small mouth chewing non-stop like a hamster. The third sister, who always listened to her older brother, immediately closed her mouth and stared wide-eyed at Simon.
"Hehe, previously, I did a little research and created an AI. And just like that, it passed review and can be promoted."
Lus Dad and Lus Mom thought their son had made some kind of artificial intelligence, so they didn't show any particular surprise. "Is that all?"
Simon nodded, "Yes, that's all."
The family of five stared at each other, and the atmosphere grew cold.
Lu Jiande picked up his bowl again. His mother, Sun Hui, affectionately ruffled Simon's head, "My son is the best! He knows how to make artificial intelligence at such a young age. He'll definitely be successful in the future."
The second sister was unmoved.
The third sister, Sun Ying, however, shouted with full energy, "Big Brother is the most amazing!"
Simon asked his father, "Dad, is the company you work for called National Creation Intelligence?"
Lus Dad took a spoonful of soup, washing the chewed food scraps down his throat. He absently hummed, currently immersed in the enjoyment of his taste buds, finding his son's question boring.
"Your company sent me an email, asking to buy the agency rights for my AI for twenty years. They'll give me dividends."
Lu Jiande said "Oh," and continued eating, taking a few more bites before suddenly freezing. "What did you just say?"
Sun Hui looked nervous, "It's not a scam, is it?"
Simon handed them his phone with the email.
After an explanation, Lus Dad and Lus Mom accepted the reality—their family was about to become rich.
Lu Jiande's head was spinning, "Son, are you saying you coded such a huge AI program all by yourself?"
Incredible, incredible, no, it's unscientific!
Not only was his son's miraculous work efficiency incredible, but this sudden transformation from poverty to wealth was also very surreal, wasn't it?
Although designing AI was indeed the most lucrative path these days, that was the work of national talents at or above Social Credit Level 4.
Lu Jiande looked at his son's calm demeanor, and for a moment, his scalp tingled.
Lus Mom was already ecstatic. She cheered, smiling at her two daughters, "Sheng Sheng, Ying Ying, our family is going to have a millionaire!"
One can never have too much money. Although current economists predict that the future monetary system will be abolished, that theory is temporarily beyond the imagination of ordinary people. Money, currency, these things that intuitively seem virtual, are actually real, a conceptually real existence. Perhaps money will disappear in the future, but the concept representing commodity exchange will not.
Money is a belief; it can be a spiritual force.
Poverty stifles ambition, a lean horse has long hair. A penny can stump a hero. With money, you can go anywhere; without it, you can't move an inch.
Lu Jiande and Sun Hui had always feared that their financial situation would not be able to support their children's education. Their love for their children sustained their relationship, but now, they suddenly realized that their son could already live independently.
Simon was triumphant; giving his family a surprise truly made him happy.
Dad: "Son, what functions does your artificial intelligence have? Tell us about it."
Everyone looked expectant; who doesn't like the feeling of sudden wealth?
Third sister: "Hurry up and tell us!"
Simon grinned smugly, his chest puffed out and head held high like a salesman. "This AI of mine was actually a gift for Su Xiangli. It took a lot of my effort."
Mom: "Wait, Su Xiangli? Is that your little girlfriend?"
Third sister's eyes lit up, "It's Big Sister-in-law!"
Simon was a bit shy, "Yes, it's her. I originally said I'd give her a surprise, and then I created this artificial intelligence. I initially planned to make an AI pet, but as I worked on it, it became a mobile phone OS, and then it evolved into strong intelligence."
Lus Dad and Lus Mom smiled contentedly, exchanged a glance, then casually looked away.
"This intelligence can completely be used as an operating system for personal electronic devices, the very standard kind. I used a minimalist design, so the user experience is basically seamless, but there's a 'lover' module that allows two people's electronic device information to synchronize." Simon seemed a bit embarrassed as he introduced his product. "That's what I say, but personal information is still confidential and managed by the cyber supervision bureau. It can only be used for simple things like setting reminders or alarms for the other person; it can't delete any of the other person's files."
Lu Jiande: "..."
Sun Hui subtly adjusted her seat.
Simon was completely oblivious, and a smile involuntarily appeared on his face as he recalled his initial design concept. "I originally planned for the AI to have an independent personality so it could chat with Su Xiangli and relieve boredom when I wasn't around, since I initially wanted to make a pet. But then I thought, what if my girlfriend fell in love with the AI? Hahaha!"
Lus Dad and Lus Mom exchanged glances: You didn't give anything away, did you? I didn't. Me neither. So what do we do now? Just play along.
Lu Jiande: "Hahaha!"
Sun Hui: "Hehehe!"
Sun Ying: "Gagaga!"
Sun Sheng: "I'm full."
Simon didn't realize his words had such a comedic effect. His parents hadn't laughed so loudly in a long time. Perhaps they were proud of their son, and who doesn't like money? Alas, in this day and age, what can't money buy?
In this era, every Chinese person's basic survival needs are met, and safety is guaranteed to the greatest extent. What people lack are emotions, dignity, and self-worth.
Simon felt that he could now pursue those grand goals, or even become a hermit as he once yearned. He was still a student, but had already completed his employment task ahead of schedule, so his learning would be pure, for the sake of knowledge and wisdom. This feeling was also what modern education pursued.
In terms of scientific literacy, Simon was undoubtedly outstanding.
Life, isn't it always so wonderful?
Simon felt that his life was truly fortunate: a happy family, a compatible lover, no worries about food or clothing, and joy every day.
The boy laughed heartily with his parents, and the warm atmosphere above the dining table was like brilliant fireworks.
Sun Sheng did not laugh. This precocious second sister watched her family. Everyone seemed so excited, but who was truly joyful? The third sister? She was just joining in the fun and smiling foolishly. Their parents? They were completely faking it.
Only the eldest brother.
He was intoxicated by the reality he perceived.
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