Half-immortal civilization

When the Xuanyuan Empire was established, when human beings were already building six living planets, and when the Republic was preparing to transform Barnard's Star, a spaceship with a length of 180 kilometers was rapidly advancing in space.

This is the first human warship customized by a private chaebol, a milestone warship for mankind.

Composed of dozens of large and small chaebols, adventure groups, etc., this war number carries an armed force capable of destroying several earths, and resolutely embarks on the road of building its own future.The road ahead is not safe, but the profits are rich indeed.

Just as Marx said, when profits are sufficient, capitalists can trample on everything, such as right now, they even ignore their own safety.Clearly, an expedition to a planet that may already be at a technological tipping point is simply too risky for humanity. With a distance of 20 light years and preparation time, it will take more than 40 years to arrive.And 40 years is enough to bring about earth-shaking changes in science and technology-this point, human beings can learn from it for the time being, is themselves; but it does not rule out that other civilizations develop faster.

Technology itself is the representative of miracles.For example, after the publication of the universe information theory in Empire, technology can be doubled in one year; in ten years, the society will not be able to see the original appearance.In a hundred years, human beings have walked from the ground to the starry sky of the universe... Therefore, just relying on a little information, a "possible" and "falsified" photo, to go on an expedition to a civilization is courageous at best, and brain cramps at worst up.But again, conquering a planet with natural life is too profitable!think about it.In the past, no matter what kind of businessmen, they could only succumb to the rule of others. Even the Dutch merchants in the past still succumbed to the leadership of nobles; Even the name is ready, it is called: Shangmeng.

For businessmen, is there anything more exciting than this!No!

Therefore, knowing the danger.Businessmen are still determined: go out.

But compared to the previous two spaceships.The war spaceship and the Earth's bright and good spacecraft are all equipped with ultra-long-distance communication technology, which can communicate with the human base camp at any time.

At the same time, human beings are equally concerned about this expeditionary force.It is different from the Civilization of the Cetus Constellation and the current Yanhuang Galaxy.The civilization there was weak; the civilization here is strong.And the information that human beings get is even less, pitifully little. 20 light years is too far away.The undirectional electromagnetic waves that have reached the solar system are already extremely weak, and cannot be captured by non-sophisticated equipment.therefore.Human beings simply cannot directly observe the details here with telescope technology.Under such circumstances, [-] million people, millions of soldiers, and almost all the large chaebols in the empire resolutely embarked on the journey.

In the command room, the old Feng Xiang turned over a page of the calendar with trembling hands, he was old and actually liked this kind of physical things, and didn't like those electronic products so much.Then he took out a fountain pen and wrote down his feelings for the day: July 117, 7 in the imperial calendar, spring 12 in the Gregorian calendar, the 2171th anniversary of the spacecraft’s departure, and one-third of the voyage; I don’t know if the old man can see it in his lifetime. See the world far away and see for yourself a commercial empire built.

Since ancient times, humans have had a similar business empire: the British Empire.However, due to various reasons, Britain's once empire on which the sun never sets has been shrouded in moonlight.

But now, businessmen represented by Fengchen Group, Baojian Group, Monster Adventure Group, etc., are preparing to build a business empire that stands in the universe and the sun never sets.

"Mr. Feng, it's time for you to rest." The personal doctor reminded me.Fengxiang is really old, and the imperial technology is really powerful, but ordinary people have the limit of life. Over 140 years old, even genetic adjustments are not working.In fact, the study of longevity is very difficult. Although various theories have been proposed decades ago, the actual results are still very small.Especially when it comes to the study of people themselves, the laws of the empire are so strict that they transcend phenomena.

"Hey, I've only been active for two hours." Feng Xiang was a little emotional.

"Yes, your activity time is 132 minutes. But the detector has sounded an alarm, and your heart has begun to protest your long-term activity." The private doctor was meticulous.

"Xiao Wang, I heard that the technique of brain transplantation is already possible. I don't know if I can accept such an operation. I want to see the landscape of Gliese." Feng Xiang sighed, seeing that there were still more than 20 years before he could reach his destination. However, his own life is running out.Recently, needless to say, Fengxiang can feel that his life is being lost rapidly, and it may not be long before it will come to an end.

After paying so much, it will be a pity in this life if in the end, you can't even meet the "simple" requirement of taking a look at an alien planet.

"This..." The personal doctor winked for a while.

"Ha...you can say what you want to say. I, an old man, have lived long enough, and I have almost seen through what should be seen through. Compared with people on Earth, I have lived nearly twice the average life span. It’s just that I’m a little dissatisfied with the goal I’m about to achieve.”

"Phew..." The private doctor let out a long breath, "In that case, Mr. Feng, I'll be straightforward. First of all, there is no major development in any technology for studying longevity. Among them, the most Simple, it should be the technology of replacing the brain. But the aging of the human body is not only the body, but also the brain.

Therefore, it is a pity to say that body replacement and brain transplantation cannot save lives. "

"What about the rest of the technology? I remember there are ways to extend the life of chips."

"Unfortunately, Mr. Feng, the chip continues only memory, but not intelligence and wisdom. The chip itself can only be a continuation of the computer.

Oh, but there is really a way to prolong life, but it's a bit cruel and most people won't accept it. "

When it came to the end, Wang Niankang was a little hesitant...

"Oh? What method? Old man, I don't have much pursuit. I just want to see the world of Gliese before I die. I know. In my current situation, living five years longer is a luxury."

"Hey, how can it be? According to the current medical methods and current data, you can still live a healthy life for about ten years.

Of course, if you want to prolong your life, it is recommended that you undergo surgery now.You should have heard of this operation, which is to take out the brain and put it in the culture medium.We can make you a robot body.From now on, you can enjoy the world of electronics.We can use software to simulate various flavors, foods, and more.You can of course also program it yourself.to suit your taste.

Actually.The means of modern technology are enough to make the machine feel not much different from the human body itself.The only problem is, even that.The brain doesn't live very long either.Theoretically, it is 100 years.But we can only guarantee a healthy brain for 50 years now.

And according to your physical condition.Our calculated lifespan should be between 44-46 years. "

"Then let's have the surgery now." Feng Xiang said lightly, seemingly not caring about the risks of the surgery.In fact, this type of surgery is performed.Risk is inevitable, everyone has become accustomed to it, and there is nothing to keep secret.

"Okay, Mr. Feng, please wait for a few days, we are ready to go. Also, what kind of robot body do you want? Is it imitating the current appearance, or the appearance when you were young, or is it completely a steel frame?"

"Let's get a steel shelf. This thing has a feeling." The old man was rarely funny.

"Ha, okay, I will definitely build you a top-notch body, the kind that can pierce steel with one finger." Wang Niankang also smiled heartily.In the early stage of the operation, having such a mood is conducive to the perfect operation.

However, if you want to replace the robot's body, you don't just need to agree verbally. Human beings keep secrets about the life of the robot!
"Mr. Feng, since you always want to replace the robot's body, there is one thing I have to explain to you." With that said, Wang Niankang clicked on the computer and called up a file.

"Imperial law, about artificial intelligence and all artificial intelligence-related experiments, operations, and life extension. Article [-], any life in the form of a machine must have a back door and designate relevant people to control it. Article [-], Any form of life The life in the form of a machine cannot hold official positions, but can only be an ordinary citizen, and it is under the supervision of relevant institutions.

In addition, Mr. Feng, when the business alliance left Venus, he had already signed the relevant documents. Among them, the legal provisions on life research were all copied in accordance with the laws of the empire, and old Mr. Feng Chen and all the representatives of the group All signed.

For the sake of human safety, machine life needs to be strictly restricted.

So, are you still willing to accept further surgery?Be aware that after the operation, you will lose your current status, and you will need to appoint a descendant or relative or trusted person to take control of your life.And, the governing body will also leave a gate to control you. "

"Arrange surgery." Fengxiang smiled lightly, "If you don't have surgery, you will only have a few years to live. And if you have surgery, you will have decades to live. Although it is controlled, it is not the same as living in the legal and moral environment. Are you restrained?"

How could Feng Xiang not know about these constraints, but what can he do if he knows, if he wants to get it, he has to pay; and the laws of the empire are not decided directly without consideration.Human beings transformed by robots will have powerful destructive power. Whether it is direct control of network electronic products, or individual combat power, etc., it is beyond the ability of ordinary people to resist.

Therefore, for the long-term health of human beings, the transformation of life by machines must be strictly controlled.

"Okay, let me explain. We will start scanning your body tomorrow and start the operation in about ten days."

Fengxiang was about to undergo surgical transformation, which alarmed the entire spaceship for a while.To be honest, body transformation is not only a matter of surgical risks, but also huge financial resources. A good robotic body is a miniature mecha, and its cost is tens of millions.And if the surgery and subsequent maintenance costs are included, the 40-year maintenance cost will exceed [-] million yuan, which is beyond the reach of ordinary people.

However, the current technology of human beings is terrifying.Under the attention of everyone, a brand new robot appeared 15 days later!Except for the brain and the silicone that protects the brain, the rest of the parts are all a standard steel frame!

Squeak... After the transformation, Fengxiang strode out, and there are already many reporters outside waiting to interview the rare mechanical transformation cases of human beings.

A body of steel, the Iron Man in the real world, but the difference from the movie is that this is just an ordinary body that carries the brain, and there are too many restrictions.

"Mr. Feng, hello, do you feel uncomfortable now?" A reporter was very clever, and even expressed concern.

"Thank you for your concern, I'm fine." It was an electronically synthesized voice.After all, all that remains is the brain.It's just that electronically synthesized voices make it difficult to express emotions... at least if you're not familiar with it yet, you can't express it.After getting familiar with it, you need to program it yourself to gradually enrich the functions of this body.This is also an alternative learning process.

"Mr. Feng, hello, may I ask, how did you deal with your original body?"

Feng Xiang: "It's already sparked, and the few resources on the spaceship can't be wasted."

The reporters were very enthusiastic. At the same time, the information here was also sent back to the solar system in a mighty way. Even in the Empire, there are not many such mechanical transformation people.