Cyber Era Witch
Chapter 1000 - 791: How to Defeat a Kangaroo

Chapter 1000: Chapter 791: How to Defeat a Kangaroo

The Nestor Corporation sustains a massive marketing team, with an intricate and multi-layered corporate structure.

Xu Yang continuously upgraded the company’s information systems, ensuring that people could exchange ideas in a timely manner and improve operational efficiency.

The company’s intranet resembled a microscopic world, where countless streams of information flowed turbulently. Xu Yang could still extract valuable plans from it, offering support and attention.

In Nestor Corporation, there wasn’t a rigid hierarchy. Employees only needed to focus on their current tasks. The workflow was highly flexible, allowing them to work with colleagues they liked, utilize their best skills to complete their most passionate tasks, and maximize their potential.

Thanks to the relentless efforts of 10 million Nestor employees day and night, D2 Synthetics continued to sell briskly.

Particularly popular on the West Coast, they even began to generate orders extending as far as the inland regions of the New Taixi State, drawing the attention of the Lighthouse Core Company to the D2s as well.

Nestor Corporation had long been investing in synthetic humans, progressing from Class A "Samurai," to Class B "Elite Soldiers," Class C "Technicians," Class D "Helpers," and finally to the consumer-demand-specialized D2 of today.

It could be said that Nestor Corporation had added the final brick to its product ecosystem. The towering edifice of synthetic human commodities was now completed, leaving only minor tweaks and adjustments to be done.

As for the consumers on the West Coast, they provided plenty of glowing feedback.

"I never thought I’d find true love after my divorce! I mean, I think the D2 is even better than my ex-wife. The D2 never complains about me, never insults or criticizes me. She only praises me, accompanies me, and patiently tolerates all my flaws. She makes me feel loved in a way I never imagined before. Honestly... I’m so grateful to the D2. If it weren’t for her, I might’ve already taken a gun and ended my life."

"I have trouble moving around—though not enough to warrant prosthetics or implants. My friend recommended buying a D2 for companionship, and guess what—now I can’t live without her. She accompanies me to and from work every day, giving me a new sense of dignity. I’m no longer just a pathetic old cripple. And let’s not even talk about the things she’s willing to do for me—things no woman would ever agree to."

"The D2 is just so obedient, so thoughtful. She’s like the perfect housewife from a movie. The moment I come through the door, she hugs me and snuggles against me like a cat, wanting to know all about my day. No matter what I say, she never grows tired of listening. Then, when I look around the house, I see that she’s cleaned and organized everything while I was at work, cooked me a hot meal, tuned into my favorite entertainment programs and music, and even filled the bathtub with warm water for me... As long as I have a D2 with me in this life, that’s all I need."

"She has all the standard online consulting functions of every AI assistant. I ask her hundreds of questions every day, and she patiently answers them all, saving me so much trouble. Plus, she plays games with me, accompanies me for... uhh... Let me just say the monthly installment of 200 Taixi Dollars is worth every cent! She’s more capable than all the other services I used to subscribe to, and I’ve already canceled all those boring memberships."

"We bought three D2s right when they were launched—one for personal use, one to collect, and one to gift. Supporting Nestor Corporation has no downside; I love Nestor Corporation with all my heart."

"I always thought I was unlovable. All those AI assistants were cold and mechanical when judging my personal experiences, and the service robots only ever did what you told them to do. They’re nothing but code—cold, unfeeling code! But D2 is different. She’s real. She has a personality, and interacting with her feels so natural. For the first time, I feel like someone in this world truly needs me. That someone is D2. She loves me. Having D2 to love me... it’s the best thing ever."

"The D2 doesn’t care where you live! She’s happy to accompany me to the ends of the earth, enduring any harsh environment. She just stays by my side. Ever since I bought her, she’s sworn never to leave me, no matter what, not even in the face of life and death..."

"Spending money on a D2 isn’t embarrassing! I’ve already taken out a 20,000 Taixi Dollar loan to get my D2 a full upgrade. With a D2 at home, the best days are still ahead of me!"

The popularity of D2s was becoming an undeniable trend.

As the culmination of Nestor Corporation’s technological achievements, its arrival sent shockwaves through the industry. Many tech companies scrambled to launch emotional synthetic human projects in an attempt to seize a share of this market from Nestor Corporation.

Inside Nestor Corporation.

"The D2 has completely diverged from my original concept." Taro Tanaka wandered around the synthetic human production line.

His massive mechanical arms climbed the walls, observing the D2 units being continuously assembled on the conveyor belts.

They hadn’t yet been outfitted with synthetic skins or faces, as their appearances were fully customizable. After all, these were synthetic humans, and as long as clients provided a design, it could be done.

"I think the D2 perfectly meets people’s needs. Humans are lonely, and under the pressures of modern civilization, they crave companionship. And let’s be honest, the products from the Northern Archipelago aren’t exactly conventional—they’re bold and unrestrained. Other companies might be a bit more reserved or conservative in comparison," Xu Yang said, looking at the D2 units.

With the support of advanced AI modules, they were fully prepared to serve humans. No matter how outrageous the request, a D2 would strive to fulfill it.

"I wanted to prove my abilities, but my project was cut short." Taro Tanaka expressed his bewilderment. "Combat synthetic humans are no longer needed. Their shipments are declining more and more."

Within Nestor Corporation’s research division, synthetic humans had diverged into two paths.

One was the combat-focused path supported by Taro Tanaka, and the other was the commercial path championed by scientists from the Xisheng faction.

Judging by the situation, the combat synthetic human path was clearly in decline.

"No, actually, I need you, Professor Tanaka, to design a new combat synthetic human," Xu Yang said, inviting him to work on a new project.

"Oh?" Taro Tanaka hesitated.

Currently, Taro Tanaka found himself in an awkward position. His pride and ambition clashed with the fact that he was being ostracized and sidelined by other research members. Yet, he was the one who had originally established the synthetic human division, making the situation all the more infuriating for him.

Therefore, Xu Yang needed to provide him with a new focus to divert his attention toward the new project.

Tech companies worldwide had discreetly taken note of Taro Tanaka’s exceptional talent in the field of Third Generation Synthetic Humans.

The cognitive models—versions 3.0, 3.1, 3.2...—were immensely significant because Third Generation Synthetics were capable of mimicking and expressing emotions!

After years of dedicated research by Taro Tanaka, combined with the pioneering efforts of Seeking Shadow and A40 Synthetics, he had amassed a wealth of emotional simulation data.

As a result, every D2 synthetic human was equipped with version 3.8 of the synthetic cognitive model straight out of the factory, setting the benchmark for emotional responsiveness in the market.

Had it not been for this aspect, Xu Yang wouldn’t have permitted the D2 Synthetics to launch at this time.

If their cognitive model had remained at the earlier stages of 3.1 or 3.2, it would’ve been impossible to cater to the myriad needs of consumers seamlessly.

Now, the Third Generation Synthetics firmly overshadowed their predecessors, with their superior ability to provide companionship! The warmth and support from a D2 were unforgettable.

Taro Tanaka, despite having created all this, harbored a deep mistrust of human-to-human relationships and had adopted a more conservative stance.

"It’s crucial for synthetic humans to learn and mimic emotions, but combat capabilities are just as important," Xu Yang said, leading Taro Tanaka deeper into the combat simulation zone.

"Exactly. I originally wanted to use this approach to make synthetic humans proficient in combat psychology. But to my surprise, under Nestor Corporation’s influence, that gradually shifted into romance psychology. Even A40 has turned into a romantic synthetic!" Taro Tanaka complained.

"It doesn’t matter. Our next synthetic human won’t need romance—just battle!" Xu Yang declared as he entered the combat simulation area and invited Taro Tanaka to assist in designing a brand-new combat synthetic human.

To fight against truly terrifying foes.

"That is..." Taro Tanaka observed the horrifying lifeform emerging on the other side of the virtual arena.

It was slowly approaching.

Xu Yang’s nerves tightened.

It stood approximately 2.2 meters tall, towering over any adult man. Its body was covered in hardened fur, parts of which gleamed with a metallic sheen like bulletproof armor, almost impervious to conventional weapons.

Its long arms hung naturally, with claws embedded with razor-sharp blades capable of extending at will to deliver deadly blows.

Its backward-bent legs were immensely muscular and intimidating, evoking thoughts of some unnatural mutant. A single kick was likely strong enough to demolish a brick wall.

Most unnerving, though, was its stance—naturally poised like a seasoned boxer. Its seemingly casual gait belied an instinctive mastery of martial arts, rooted deep within its genetic code. Every move promised perfect strikes, every step flowed like a butterfly’s dance.

The most terrifying of all...

A kangaroo!

"We urgently need a synthetic human capable of defeating these kangaroos," Xu Yang said gravely to Taro Tanaka.

"Defeat... kangaroos..." Taro Tanaka murmured in disbelief.

On Ocean Island, there were only 35 million humans, but 70 million kangaroos. On average, every human had to contend with two kangaroos of this caliber. Yet, no one else cared. Everyone was focused on their own survival!

Now, with Amelia bringing in distress signals, they had no choice but to deal with these fearsome, vicious, and deadly kangaroo creatures.

"Professor Tanaka, do you realize... just how powerful the modified kangaroos are?" Xu Yang said slowly.

"I’m listening intently," Taro Tanaka replied, his attention unwavering.

"These kangaroos, along with the similarly formidable emus, are indigenous apex species of Ocean Island. They were profoundly influenced by the ancient sea god Poseidon, building a glorious ultra-ancient civilization. However, after Poseidon’s downfall, their civilization regressed and fell victim to human colonization. Learning from their suffering, their scientists studied and mastered human technologies, eventually developing unique bio-engineering methods. While rumors suggest funding from major corporations, it’s undeniable that they are immensely powerful now. Their speed is beyond imagination—they can run up to 120 kilometers per hour, with limitless endurance, vision capable of spotting targets 5 kilometers away, and leaps that reach three times their height—that’s over six meters," Xu Yang said with an icy demeanor.

"And... the pouch..." Taro Tanaka’s mechanical arm instinctively recoiled.

"Yes, you noticed it," Xu Yang said, staring at the generated kangaroo projection.

This was no ordinary...

But a terrifying female!

Kangaroos were already formidable, but how much stronger was a female kangaroo?

The key to a kangaroo was its pouch!

From its pouch emerged another fearsome little kangaroo. Though it didn’t possess its parents’ overwhelming combat strength, it clutched a sniper rifle in its tiny hands, wearing sunglasses, ready to provide fire support by poking its head out of its mother’s pouch.

"We must entrust this mission to you... to develop a combat synthetic human capable of hunting kangaroos and freeing Ocean Island from the menace of these terrifying creatures," Xu Yang said, patting Taro Tanaka’s mechanical arm.

"Challenge accepted," Taro Tanaka replied in a deep tone.