The Return of Stars to the Jianghu

Chapter 147 Artificial Intelligence Coordinates the Construction of the Demon Clan's Base

“Nantian, I remember just nine months ago, the second phase of construction of the Mars base had only just begun. At the press conference at that time, all the focus was on the mining of new energy sources and the improvement of infrastructure. The planning for the animal breeding area was indeed not mentioned in the official announcement.” Luo Yifei’s words revealed a hint of recollection and doubt.

Nan Tian smiled slightly, seemingly prepared for Luo Yifei's doubts. He replied gently, "That's true, Luo Yifei. But all these rapid changes are thanks to our latest technological achievement—the precise scheduling of the intelligent AI Xiaoxing, as well as the strong support of our recently joined ally—the Demon Clan."

"Demon race?" Su An's voice was filled with surprise; clearly, this was the first time she had connected this unusual term with the construction of the Mars base. She had always assumed that the construction of the Mars base was a masterpiece of human technology, never imagining that it concealed such a secret.

Nan Tian nodded and continued to explain, "Yes, Su An. Just over a month ago, the demon race arrived on Mars through a time tunnel that had been closed for many years. This tunnel is not the one you just passed through, but is located in the northeast of Mars, beneath an oasis that takes about three days to reach. The underground environment there is teeming with life, and it is the demon race's temporary habitat."

"Did the Demon King come too?" Su An asked anxiously. She knew in her heart that the Demon King had not perished at her hands, but had been searching for a new habitat.

“Yes, the Demon King came along too,” Nan Tian replied. “To escape the pursuit of cultivators from the Xuan Tian Continent, they had to traverse the spacetime tunnel known as the ‘Forbidden Land of Death,’ enduring countless hardships before finally arriving here. Their arrival not only brought new life to Mars but also provided powerful assistance for the construction of our Mars base.”

Su An sighed softly, as if recalling her past battles against the Demon King alongside human cultivators: "In that great war, I fought fiercely against the Demon King for the sake of human cultivators. However, my experiences over the past four years on the Xuan Tian Continent have made me deeply aware that the laws of survival there are completely different from those in the solar system. I deeply felt the difference and began to reflect on whether human cultivators harbored prejudice against the demon race. I felt that the fault did not lie entirely with the demon race, but rather with the indiscriminate killing of innocents by those cultivators on the Xuan Tian Continent."

“You and the human cultivators of the Xuan Tian Continent are from the same sect, but you chose to save them, and that is not wrong,” Shen Lixi said, his voice full of understanding and support for Su An.

“However, in the Xuan Tian Continent, improving one’s cultivation by slaying demonic beasts is something almost every cultivator does. When I first entered the Hundred Thousand Mountains, I killed a demonic tiger,” Su An said.

After hearing this, Nan Tian tried to defend Su An: "Shen Lixi is right. In this multiverse, every race has its right and way of survival. We should respect each other's differences and seek a way to coexist peacefully. On the Xuan Tian Continent, we should follow its laws, but in the Solar System, the Dao of the Demon Race may be an opportunity for us to seek peaceful coexistence."

After a moment of silence, Shen Lixi asked Nantian, "So, what is the actual size of the Mars base? How much of it was built using robots directed by AI? And how much was built with the assistance of the demon race?"

Nan Tian pondered for a moment before replying, "Currently, the total area of ​​the Mars base has reached over 300 acres, which is quite a large scale. Most of the area was constructed by robots mobilized by the intelligent AI Xiao Xing. These robots efficiently and accurately completed various tasks according to the AI's instructions. As for the demon race, under the AI's command, they assisted us in completing some special construction tasks through their demonic power."

"Wait, are you saying that AI is already able to fully coordinate the construction of the Mars base?" Luo Yifei suddenly interjected, his voice filled with surprise.

“I’m not too sure about that,” Nan Tian replied truthfully. “When I arrived on Mars, AI was already in charge of coordinating the construction work. It seems to have a magical ability to predict future needs and make plans in advance. This makes our construction work more efficient and orderly.”

After listening, Luo Yifei pondered for a moment, then said, "This AI's capabilities are indeed amazing. However, we cannot rely on it completely. After all, it is just a program and cannot possess emotions and creativity like a human. We need to remain vigilant and ensure that it always serves us, rather than controlling us."

At this moment, they are unaware that this intelligent AI Xiaoxing is not just a simple program; it comes from the future and is true artificial intelligence.

“You’re right.” Nan Tian nodded in agreement. “We’ve been monitoring the AI’s behavior to ensure it doesn’t get out of control. It can only operate with human authorization. In addition, humanity has signed a peace agreement with the demon race. So far, it seems the demon race hasn’t threatened the safety of the Mars base. On the contrary, it has accelerated the construction of the Mars base.”

"A peace treaty?" Su An frowned slightly, seemingly worried about the treaty. "There are countless grudges and entanglements between the demon race and humans. Can they truly coexist peacefully with us?"

“I understand your concerns,” Nan Tian said in a deep voice, “but this peace agreement was not reached overnight. It was reached on the basis of multiple in-depth exchanges and mutual understanding between the two sides. The demon leader has also shown sincerity and promised to abide by the agreement and jointly maintain peace and stability on Mars.”

"Moreover, we are not without precautions," Nan Tian added. "We have deployed a powerful defense system around the Mars base, sufficient to deal with any potential threats. At the same time, we have been closely monitoring the movements of the demon race to ensure they do not do anything that violates the agreement."

Su An nodded, seemingly agreeing with Nan Tian's words. She knew that peaceful coexistence between any race in this universe required joint efforts and mutual understanding. She hoped this peace agreement would truly bring lasting peace to both sides.

"So, what do you know about the survival of the demon race on Mars?" Luo Yifei suddenly asked.

"The demon race is doing relatively well on Mars," Nan Tian replied. "They possess powerful demonic energy and adaptability, enabling them to survive in the harsh Martian environment. At the same time, we have provided them with necessary living facilities and resource support to ensure their basic needs are met."

“However, we are also working hard to promote cultural exchange and integration between the two sides,” Nan Tian added. “We hope that through this approach, the demon race and humans can better understand each other and reduce misunderstandings and prejudices. In this way, we can jointly build a harmonious and stable Martian society.”

Luo Yifei nodded in agreement. He knew that cultural exchange and understanding between different races were crucial for maintaining peace in this universe. He hoped that cultural exchange between the demon race and humans could yield greater results and contribute more to the peace and prosperity of Mars.

Su An, however, didn't think so. Faced with absolute power, any written agreement was worthless. Of course, she didn't voice her thoughts. Nevertheless, she still hoped that the demon race and humans could coexist peacefully.

“There are some research projects that need manpower. Would you like to take a look?” Nan Tian asked.

“However, our knowledge level is probably quite limited,” Luo Yifei said.

“Don’t worry, these research projects don’t require you to do the research yourself, but rather your participation and assistance,” Nan Tian explained. “We will provide you with the necessary training and guidance so that you can quickly adapt and integrate into them. Moreover, these research projects are of great significance to the construction and development of Mars, and your participation will provide us with more ideas and insights.”

Luo Yifei and Su An exchanged a glance, both seeing the determination and resolve in each other's eyes. They knew that as members of Mars, they had a responsibility to contribute to its construction and development.

“Okay, we are willing to participate in these research projects,” Luo Yifei said.

“Very good, I believe your participation will bring us more surprises and results.” Nan Tian nodded in satisfaction. “Then, let’s discuss the specific content and arrangements of these research projects in detail.”

Over the next few hours, Nan Tian gave Shen Lixi, Luo Yifei, and Su An a detailed introduction to several important research projects, including Martian geological exploration, Martian ecosystem construction, and Martian resource development and utilization. He explained the background, objectives, research methods, and expected outcomes of these projects in detail and solicited their opinions and suggestions.

Shen Lixi, Luo Yifei, and Su An listened with great interest, captivated by the depth and breadth of these research projects, while also feeling the weight of their responsibilities. They knew that these projects were not only related to the construction and development of Mars, but also to the future and destiny of humanity.

“We will do our best,” Luo Yifei said solemnly.

“Very good, I believe you are all capable of handling this task,” Nan Tian encouraged. “Next, we will arrange specific training and guidance for you so that you can adapt to and integrate into these research projects more quickly. At the same time, we will also provide you with the necessary support and assistance to ensure that you can successfully complete this task.”

Shen Lixi, Luo Yifei, and Su An nodded gratefully. They knew they were about to embark on a journey full of challenges and opportunities. But they also believed that any difficulties and challenges would become insignificant in the face of human wisdom and courage. They looked forward to their outstanding performance on Mars and to contributing their strength to the future of humanity.

And so, they stayed in the underground base for three months.