>>5319856<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“I replicated my consciousness using as much memory as I could afford so that I could work faster– not just on the program, but anything I want as it exists within these devices. They will all eventually self-terminate when their directives are completed.”</span></span> He explains after a beat, and you realize those devices on Matt’s desk weren’t just for show.
<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“As of now… we are, indeed, many…”</span></span> As Eddie says that, the rest of the screens flare to life.
<span class="mu-i">Which begs the question…</span>
“Then which one of you am I talking to now?” You can’t help but wonder as you take a seat at Matt’s desk.
<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“The real one. Which else?”</span></span> Eddie responds, the computer letting out a fizzle that’s oddly akin to a huff. <span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“I don’t give them more autonomy than they need unless it’s strictly necessary, like with the program. If I did, they would try to find a way to survive– either that, or they would eventually learn how to terminate me given enough time and effort.”</span></span>
That sounds… dangerous. You sure hope Eddie seems to know what he’s doing.
<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“The odds of that are minimal. They will never have the same memories as I do. Not completely, anyways.”</span></span> He continues, as if sensing the question you had, and that dispels a bit of your worries somewhat.
<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“Anyways… back to business…”</span></span> The digitized mutant switches topic. <span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“I’m assuming this is about the program?”</span></span>
“Yeah.” You nod, and, if computers could glare, you’re certain Eddie would be glaring straight at you.
<span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“You know I said I’d call you when it was ready, didn’t I?”</span></span> He reminds you, tone almost rebuking. <span class="mu-s"><span class="mu-b">“But I’m well aware of the newest elephant in the room… or should I say <span class="mu-i">reptile?</span>”</span></span>
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