Clearly, the advisors presented Chen Xu with two options: since it was inevitable that SMMH would reveal its identity, then who should be chosen to play the role of SMMH?
Because Chen Fei, this near-realistic pseudo-AI, has confirmed SMMH's identity for many qualified individuals—a true AI existing on the internet, or rather, something that should only exist in science fiction. Its powerful modules and computing capabilities allow Chen Fei to perfectly fulfill this role in an era where its technological level is decades ahead. His immense computational power and vast accumulation of modules are so vast that almost no one can detect anything amiss.
The only concern is the public's reaction after learning about this artificial intelligence... Will it take control of the world? Will it turn humanity into its slaves? Although its predictions have saved many people... no one can guarantee that as SMMH develops more and more products, and people become more and more dependent on them... even the virtual reality system expected to be released in the next few years, won't be seen as a conspiracy?
Isn't that virtual reality clearly designed to control human thought? Or does it want to turn this world into something like the one in The Matrix?
This conclusion sent chills down Chen Xu's spine.
So, the second option... find someone to play the role of SMMH. The best candidate for this role is Chen Xu himself—since he's human, there's not much to worry about. People will at most be surprised by this little guy Chen Xu's genius... but so what if they are surprised? Throughout human history, there have been many geniuses. Even if an exceptionally talented person occasionally appears, it's not entirely unacceptable.
Moreover, Chen Xu's computer skills are already very advanced, making him absolutely suitable to play this role.
As for the rest, Chen Xu didn't need to worry about it at all. With official methods, even if someone were created out of thin air, their resume from childhood to adulthood could be fabricated flawlessly.
However, Chen Xu himself felt that he was not quite suitable for this role.
Now that things have developed to this point, Chen Xu certainly has the right to proudly declare to the world that he is SMMH. He used to hide it because he lacked the resources, but now, those things no longer hold him back.
Frankly, even if Chen Xu went out into the street and shouted, "I am SMMH!", no one would think he was crazy, nor would anyone be overly suspicious... It's always understandable for a talented young man to use some self-protective measures; people would only praise the boy's wit in retrospect. After all, hackers are supposed to hide in the shadows. As for Chen Xu's current achievements, although they're a bit exaggerated,... many protagonists in fantasy novels are far more exaggerated than him. Even if there are geniuses like Mitnick in real life, it's not unacceptable.
The problem is that Chen Xu himself cannot be exposed to the media spotlight too much right now. If he admits that he is SMMH, then his every move will probably be under the spotlight. Even if he keeps a low profile, he probably cannot completely get rid of these flies. If the world were truly peaceful, then becoming famous like this would not be a problem. However, Chen Xu now has two formidable opponents who are hiding somewhere.
The most terrifying enemies are those lurking in the shadows. Chen Xu must quickly improve his strength and influence in the coming period to deal with these formidable enemies, rather than exposing himself to the world under the name of SMMH, which would inevitably waste a lot of his time.
And there's another crucial issue... there are just too many people who have dealt with Chen Xu!
Whether it was Tarot or the X organization, their initial contact was Chen Xu. Moreover, based on the intelligence they possessed, Chen Xu at that time was still quite inexperienced. He was passable as an apprentice of SMMH, but they would scoff at the idea of him impersonating SMMH.
This is the most serious problem. Chen Xu doesn't want to get himself into trouble. If people see that there's too much of a difference between his "SMMH" before and after, he might not be able to keep the secret of Xiao Min's supercomputer.
So, with both of these paths blocked—neither Chen Fei nor I can step forward myself—perhaps there's only a third option left… to find someone to impersonate SMMH.
Chen Xu believed in the power of state institutions; they could find a perfect actor to play the role, and even fabricate a resume so convincingly that it was impossible to tell if it was real or fake.
But deep down, Chen Xu didn't want things to go this way... It wasn't that he wouldn't find someone to impersonate him, but rather that he didn't want the control of the SMMH identity to fall into the hands of others.
Although it was just a fake.
However, this counterfeit might play a crucial role in many situations, and Chen Xu didn't want such a key figure to fall under the control of others.
So... who among the people I trust is suitable for this role?
Without warning, a serene figure appeared in Chen Xu's mind.
That girl with a wisp of light blue hair, always with a serene demeanor. That girl, whom Chen Xu had long been afraid to face, especially after confirming his relationships with Gao Xiaojie and Guan Yi, he dared not contact her proactively, only occasionally seeing her in his dreams—that eternally calm and quiet girl…
Chapter 383 SMMH (Part 1)
"What? You want me to impersonate SMMH?" Upon hearing Chen Xu's words, even Zhan Jing, who was usually calm, couldn't help but show a look of surprise on her face, which added a touch of cuteness to her delicate features.
Chen Xu resisted the urge to pinch her nose and nodded seriously: "I know this is difficult for you, but I'm asking you to do me this favor, not for anyone else, but just for me..." Perhaps feeling that the words were too ambiguous, Chen Xu quickly said: "Just for my brother, please do me this favor."
“Brother…” Zhan Jing seemed to repeat the word softly, her long eyelashes trembling slightly as she said softly, “Why did you come to me? You know I like peace and quiet. If I agree to your request, then my peaceful life will be gone forever, and I don’t like that.”
"It won't bother you much, it'll just increase your profile," Chen Xu quickly said. "After thinking it over, among the people I can trust, you're the most suitable. You're Tianhuixing, one of the Thirty-Six Heavenly Generals of the Red Hacker Alliance, with superb skills. And I also know that you're one of the first generation of top hackers in China, the apprentice of Sister Blue Baby, and you showed great computer talent from a very young age..." Chen Xu scratched his head: "It's said that you hacked into the chat room of the first generation of the Red Hacker Alliance when you were seven years old. When I was seven, I was just climbing and jumping around with a bunch of little kids, getting a beating every day like a monkey."
Zhan Jing couldn't help but smile slightly, probably thinking of Chen Xu's mischievous childhood self. She wasn't surprised that Chen Xu knew about her... others might not know, but one gossip did: Chen Xu's early obesity. With that guy's big mouth, he could make up stories he didn't even know. Besides, Zhan Jing's past wasn't exactly a secret among the Red Hacker Alliance's elders.
Chen Xu said, "You are more talented than me, and your resume is similar. Even at Hexie University, many people know your name, but you live a secluded life, and very few people know anything about you. This kind of mystery is the best protection, unlike me, where too many people know me. I don't look like a top hacker at all."
Seeing Zhan Jing smile faintly, Chen Xu continued, "Besides, I really have something I can't show my face... You know about Tarot and the X organization, right?" Seeing Zhan Jing nod, Chen Xu slowly recounted the recent events, then said, "There are some things I can't tell you yet. Believe me, if I could, I definitely would. I haven't told Guan Yi or Gao Xiaojie about this, not even my parents. Once things settle down, I'll tell you the whole story, but... I can't say it now. All you need to know for now is that I've crippled these two organizations. They've gone behind the scenes, and I don't know what they're up to, so I need to conserve my strength to deal with them. That's why I have to beg you."
Seeing Chen Xu's eagerness to confess his feelings, Zhan Jing couldn't help but find it amusing.
In fact, with Zhan Jing's intelligence and expertise in the computer field, she had noticed Chen Xu's unusual behavior long ago.
They had long harbored doubts about SMMH's identity.
So when Chen Xu came to her this time, hoping she would play the role of SMMH, she tacitly refrained from asking who the real SMMH was... That might be a taboo, the only secret in Chen Xu's heart right now, a secret that cannot be revealed for the time being. Although Zhan Jing couldn't guess what the mystery was, the clever girl wouldn't ask and embarrass Chen Xu.
Moreover, even though she was perfectly clear-headed, she couldn't help but feel a strange sense of emotion when she learned that neither Guan Yi nor Gao Xiaojie knew this secret.
Gently stirring her coffee with a spoon, Zhan Jing recalled the last time she had coffee alone with Chen Xu. Back then, he was a complete newbie, only having a rudimentary understanding of hacking. At that time, he subtly hinted that he wanted her to teach him. So, in a way, she could be considered his teacher.
Today, that rookie has unknowingly grown into one of the world's top talents. However, the relationship between the two remains the same: they chat across a table, their conversation both intimate and somewhat distant.
But you have to promise him...
Zhan Jing sighed softly.
Seeing Zhan Jing sigh, Chen Xu quickly said, "I know your concerns, but please help me this time, okay?"
Zhan Jing slightly raised her head: "You know?"
Chen Xu nodded sincerely: "If someone else were to play this role, an ordinary person would probably hesitate for a while before agreeing, because suddenly becoming the world's top hacker, even if they know it's fake, would appear real in everyone's eyes under S Company's announcement. Almost overnight, fame, power, money... you could have anything you wanted. Such an opportunity is truly rare. But I know these things aren't important to you..."
"Stop flattering me." Zhan Jing rolled her eyes, a rare occurrence for her. "I want money too. It's a good thing, who wouldn't like it? With housing prices so high these days, I've always wanted a detached sea-view villa."
Chen Xu was choked by Zhan Jing's saliva, which was rare for him.
"Ahem, I'll give you a sea-view villa, okay..." Chen Xu said with a bitter face, "Tongchi Island is under construction, and a special residential area has been designated. I'll reserve the best location for you... Or, you can choose one yourself."
Seeing Zhan Jing raise her eyebrows smugly, Chen Xu couldn't help but scratch his head. A seaside villa was no problem at all; everyone knew that. Although the amount of money seemed substantial, Tongchi Island was, after all, Chen Xu's own territory. The land was free, and in reality, it was cheaper than housing in a second-tier city. Moreover, given Chen Xu's wealth, it was nothing. It was like when he first entered university and only had 800 yuan, yet he gave her 100 yuan for a gift; now, that proportion was even smaller. A girl like Zhan Jing wouldn't be so pretentious as to refuse such a "small gift."
But Chen Xu didn't expect her to blackmail him... This doesn't seem like Zhan Jing's personality.
"That sounds nice, but it doesn't seem to get to the point." Zhan Jing took a sip of coffee, as if a villa hadn't satisfied her appetite at all.
Chen Xu scratched his head awkwardly again: "Okay... I actually know. Your real concern."
"oh?"
"Asking you to impersonate someone else, even though it's a high-ranking position, is still unfair to you. After all, it means you'll suddenly be assigned a new identity that isn't actually yours... However, although it's difficult, if it weren't SMMH, perhaps you'd agree out of respect for me, even though it's difficult. But if it's SMMH... the God of the Internet..."
"So what if you're the God of the Internet?" Zhan Jing's tone remained calm, but a hint of amusement appeared in her deep, ocean-like eyes.
“If you were the God of the Internet, you would feel that you haven’t reached that level yet. It’s the level you’ve pursued your whole life. Even if you can’t reach that level in your lifetime, you wouldn’t be willing to accept such a status directly…” Chen Xu gradually sorted out his thoughts and sighed, “I was indeed abrupt. I didn’t consider your feelings before. I just thought you were suitable, but I forgot that as a hacker, this is a kind of contempt for you. I’m sorry.”
Zhan Jing finally smiled, though it was a faint smile, her crescent-shaped eyes clearly showing that she was very happy. At that smile, Chen Xu couldn't help but hold his breath for a few seconds. Although he had seen countless beautiful women, he had never seen one with such captivating charm in a smile… even Guan Yi couldn't compare.
“It certainly underestimates me,” Zhan Jing said, toying with the small coffee spoon in her hand. “To suddenly ask me to impersonate the person I’ve always been chasing is definitely an uncomfortable thing. Besides, being exposed in front of the media isn’t exactly a pleasant thing… Hmm, do Xiao Jie and Guan Yi know about your idea?”
Chen Xu didn't understand why Zhan Jing would suddenly bring them up. But he could only nod and say, "They all think you're a good match, but like me, they think you probably wouldn't agree."
"Since you know I won't agree, why did you even ask me?"
"We should at least give it a try," Chen Xu started scratching his head again. "What if you take pity on me and take pity on me?"
Seeing Chen Xu's pitiful expression, Zhan Jing couldn't help but smile again, but her expression quickly returned to calm: "You, Xiao Jie, and Guan Yi... are both your girlfriends now?"
Unexpectedly, Zhan Jing suddenly asked this question. At present, Chen Xu and these two girls have indeed established a relationship. However, this relationship has not yet been formalized. Chen Xu naively believes that Guan Yi and Gao Xiaojie are unaware of each other's situation.
Seeing Chen Xu's startled expression, Zhan Jing sighed softly, "Xiao Jie told me this. Since she doesn't care anymore, I won't say anything. But you're too indecisive, especially when it comes to relationships..."
Chen Xu scratched his head and remained silent, his heart pounding. In truth, this matter couldn't be kept from those two clever girls; Chen Xu had known for a long time. But he never expected that Zhan Jing would know as well... Deep down, Chen Xu had a special feeling for Zhan Jing, and her sudden revelation made him feel utterly ashamed.
"Why don't you go back and deal with the troubles in your own backyard first... Actually, they've already decided on you, so this trouble is probably no longer a trouble, but you should at least be open and honest, right?" Zhan Jing lowered her head, looking at the coffee cup in front of her, lost in thought.
Chen Xu said "Oh," and at this point he really didn't have the face to sit there anymore. To be honest, he felt really guilty towards Zhan Jing, so after stammering for a while, he got up to say goodbye.
"What, you don't want to know the answer to what you asked me about?" Zhan Jing suddenly said just as Chen Xu was about to get up.
Chen Xu turned around in surprise and saw Zhan Jing gently playing with a small spoon, stirring the coffee in her cup: "Some decisions are indeed very difficult, even against one's conscience. But since Xiao Jie and Guan Yi, these two proud daughters of heaven, can make choices on things that are countless times more difficult than this, then what's wrong with me forcing myself a little?"
Chen Xu was overjoyed: "So, you agree?!"
Zhan Jing smiled broadly, as if a hundred flowers were blooming: "I was, after all, your introductory teacher in hacking techniques, so this title is quite nice. You can continue to call me that from now on. However, my skills are still far inferior to SMMH's... You didn't show me many of the advanced parts of your book 'Chinese Language,' did you? I need the complete set of 'Chinese Language' materials, otherwise, don't blame me if I embarrass myself."
Then, she sighed softly, "What you said earlier was right. For a friend like you who understands me so well, what's wrong with giving up some things? It's just... the name SMMH is really awful."
Seeing Chen Xu's bewildered expression, Zhan Jing sighed inwardly: "I can't make the same difficult decision as Xiao Jie and the others right now, so let me do something more for you on this not-so-difficult decision."
…………
Isn't that amazing?
Chapter 384 SMMH (Part 2)
Do you play "Martial Artist"?
Are you using a civilian food safety testing instrument?
Are you using "The Translator of Babel"?
Are you playing "Conquer the World"?
Do you know Tongchi Island? Do you know Company S?
Do you know who predicted that terrible 8.0 magnitude earthquake? After notifying the government in advance to take precautions and evacuate the masses, saving countless lives, they also allocated 2 billion RMB for disaster area reconstruction.
Okay, if you know all of that... then do you know who he/she really is?
In 2008, another major news story broke.
The world's most mysterious hacker, the internet goddess SMMH, has finally revealed her true identity.
No one could have imagined that this person, who has been hailed as the world's number one hacker since her debut and whose numerous achievements have solidified her position as the world's number one, is actually a girl who just turned 21 this year.
And so beautiful!
Previously, major websites had conducted surveys on their homepages, asking ordinary netizens what they thought the real identity of this most mysterious and accomplished hacker in the world was—of course, these surveys were purely for entertainment. The majority of netizens' votes leaned towards the idea that this mysterious hacker was a middle-aged man over fifty years old, and his identity was undoubtedly that of a professor at a top research institute.
However, when people saw the serene, naturally beautiful girl in the photo, many were taken aback.
Zhan Jing's information quickly spread to every corner of the world through the advanced internet: a computer genius girl, whose parents were among the earliest programmers in China. Her birthday present at age five was a home computer, and at age seven, this genius girl single-handedly broke into the Red Hacker Alliance's chat room, challenging the already famous Chinese Red Hackers, and even the top female hacker in China—"Professional Sniper," Blue Baby.
Although the battle was lost, Zhan Jing became Blue Baby's student and began to learn profound computer knowledge.
With her outstanding talent and the guidance of a renowned teacher, at the age of 15, when the Red Hacker Alliance was reorganized and the 108 heroes of the Red Hacker Alliance were selected, she was unanimously chosen as Tianhuixing, one of the Thirty-Six Heavenly Spirits.
In the words of LION, the founder of the Red Hacker Alliance, although Tianhuixing is not ranked high among the Thirty-Six Heavenly Generals, this selection is not about competing for a ranking, nor can it explain the ranking. The word "wisdom" is just the most appropriate word to describe her.
She was only 15 years old at that time.
These resumes are all true, but the rest is fabricated... For example, on his 16th birthday, he realized the shortcomings of computer languages modeled after the English system, and also felt that this language was not suitable for computer enthusiasts of Chinese to learn. So he set out to create a brand new Chinese computer language system - which later became the Chinese language.
In the process of creating the Chinese language, this gifted young woman read many foreign language books, which prepared her for creating the "Translator of Babel" later. At the same time, Zhan Jing discovered a complex programming system and, through self-studying bioengineering, eventually established a preliminary spiral chain-structured programming system.
The double helix structure, as everyone knows, is the structure of DNA, the origin of life. The program she created using this method possessed a certain preliminary intelligent judgment ability, which greatly helped her complete her subsequent work. After all, a person's ability is limited, and intelligent programs are a problem that many software companies are currently tackling—this intelligence is certainly not the legendary artificial intelligence, but only a preliminary stage similar to Chen Fei's "pseudo-artificial intelligence," capable of autonomously mobilizing its own program modules, but of course lacking true thinking ability.