In the bedroom.
Xu Xi checked the simulator's interface.
【The Last Human】: You are the last survivor in a post-apocalyptic world, and the history of humanity continues because of you.
【I Am Civilization】: You possess unfathomable knowledge, so vast that it rivals the accumulated wisdom of a conventional civilization. You are civilization itself.
【The Insect Purger】: You are the nemesis of the insect swarm calamity, proficient in over a thousand methods of exterminating them, with headshots being the most efficient.
【His Creator】: He created the myriad phenomena of the universe, the ultimate arbiter of order and rules. Yet, this exalted being originated from the weak and insignificant you.
【The Origin and End of the Universe】: Your death indirectly caused the universe's demise and rebirth.
【The Revered by All Machines】: Across the myriad realms, any sentient machine with self-awareness holds you in reverence, calling you the Father of All Machines.
"Hmm? Could it be that Ailei has also become a Supreme Being?"
Perhaps because he had experienced so much,
Xu Xi had developed a certain mental resilience.
This time, as he looked at the simulator's summary page, he was no longer as shocked but more puzzled.
Cultivation could lead to ascension, magic could lead to godhood, and martial arts could shatter the void.
But how did Ailei achieve the eternal supremacy of the sci-fi side?
Xu Xi suddenly fell silent. Could it be that after his death, Ailei's machine spirit began to evolve again?
"Once is an accident, twice is a coincidence, but now it's the fourth time."
"Do I really have some hidden sacrificial attribute?"
"Does my death enhance the potential of others?"
Xu Xi sighed deeply. This simulator was indeed far from benevolent, harboring a deep malice toward him.
"Never mind, I'm used to it anyway. As long as Ailei is safe, that's the best outcome."
"Let's see the rewards from this simulation."
【Simulation Summary: You perfectly utilized the effects of the traits, becoming the most knowledgeable human, and broke free from the cage of the Keeper Civilization, paving a glorious future for the machine servants.】
【Without a doubt, you are a true legendary pioneer.】
【Limited by the extinction of your soul, you couldn't advance further, but your death gave rise to the birth of the Supreme Arbiter. You, who created such a miracle, are worshipped and praised by countless sentient machines.】
【Simulation 04 Final Evaluation: S】
【Generating rewards… beep… beep…】
【Please select four out of the following five rewards. Choices will be granted immediately.】
【1. Peak Machine Power from the simulation】
【2. All technologies from the simulation】
【3. Enhanced·Machine Spirit Pleasure】
【4. High-Dimensional Observation State】
【5. The ID plate of the Domestic AI RTX-9090】
"As expected, it's still an S-rank evaluation, just as I thought."
"If I'm not mistaken, an S+ simulation reward would grant everything."
"And the rewards would be even better, right?"
Xu Xi clicked his tongue.
He wasn't particularly interested in the S+ simulation rewards, but after so many simulations, he couldn't help but feel a sense of regret.
Like a seasoned player who had been through countless battles, he yearned for greater achievements.
Then, Xu Xi examined the reward options.
Option one was Machine Power, which, for a godlike Xu Xi, was trivial at best.
Option two was technology, including theories, blueprints, and advanced directions.
But to Xu Xi,
these were the least practical.
His knowledge, his exploration of the universe, his analysis of technology—those critical sparks of inspiration and thought—were the true treasures of the fourth simulation. The so-called technology was merely a tangible extension of that knowledge.
"It seems I won't have to struggle with this choice."
Xu Xi shook his head, marking option two as the one to discard.
He continued to review the options.
Option three, Enhanced·Machine Spirit Pleasure, after being optimized by the simulator, allowed him to choose the enhancement effect.
Whether it was increased damage or mechanical affinity,
it was a rather miraculous effect, eliminating the randomness of the past.
Option four, High-Dimensional Observation State, was a special ability Ailei's machine spirit gained after evolving, allowing for a clearer perception of the world.
It was applicable to Xu Xi's three extraordinary systems.
And finally,
the option that surprised Xu Xi the most: option five.
The ID plate of the Domestic AI RTX-9090, Ailei's former name and a symbol of her identity.
But ever since Xu Xi had given Ailei her name, RTX-9090 had become a distant memory.
"Thinking about it now, it feels like so long ago."
"RTX-9090…"
"And the Sixth Satellite City, the underground laboratory, the powered armor…"
Recalling Ailei's slightly displeased service and her obvious micro-expressions, Xu Xi found it amusing, a gentle smile forming at the corner of his eyes.
Without hesitation or second thoughts,
Xu Xi quickly made his selection for this round of rewards.
He chose option one's Machine Power, option three's Enhanced·Machine Spirit Pleasure, option four's High-Dimensional Observation, and option five's ID plate.
"Speaking of which, the main goal of this simulation was to explore the true nature of the Life Simulator."
"Although I failed, I gained a lot, learning much through Machine Power resonance."
"These simulation rewards… are actually optional."
"For someone like me who has already achieved godhood, they are merely the icing on the cake, offering no decisive help."
"Ah, it's all because I usually train too diligently."
Xu Xi lamented.
The simulator's interface flickered rapidly, and the text of the five rewards disappeared. Immediately after, Xu Xi's body began to change.
Machine Power surged, resonating in harmony.
All technological devices in the room trembled slightly,
delighting in Xu Xi's presence.
Then came the familiar sensation of elevation as the world before his eyes transformed into a tapestry of interwoven dimensions.
"It's somewhat similar to the perspective I gained after achieving godhood."
"Not bad. I can use this to cross-validate and further my cultivation and martial arts progress."
Xu Xi nodded slightly.
The energy required for High-Dimensional Observation was negligible for his divine body, at least for Xu Xi.
Exiting the observation state, the final item fell into Xu Xi's hand.
It was a blackish-brown steel plate, rectangular in shape, thick and heavy, with the inscription "RTX-9090" engraved unevenly on its surface.
It had once been the core of a machine servant.
But after Xu Xi gave Ailei her name and her humanoid body was born, it had become obsolete.
"I remember, before leaving the Federation planet, Ailei had wanted to find it. I never thought it would end up in my hands this way."
Xu Xi rubbed the rust on the surface of the ID plate,
lost in nostalgia.
The name he had given the machine servant was the first step in its journey to becoming human, and it was also the first "gift" he had ever bestowed.
In a way, RTX-9090 was like the old shell Ailei had shed.
"Ailei has achieved Supreme status. We will meet again someday."
"I wonder if she will want to reclaim it then."
"For now, I'll keep it safe for her."
Xu Xi chuckled softly. He had full confidence in Ailei, believing that one day in the future, he would reunite with his loyal machine servant.
To fulfill the promise of resurrection and reunion.
With that, Xu Xi, holding the RTX-9090 ID plate, walked toward the bedroom's display cabinet, intending to store it there for the time being.