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    Simon, a quantum-based AI developed by Dr. Wilfred Cox, was plugged into the holo network.


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    “Status, Simon?”


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    “Excellent, Wilfred. I have access to everything. No encryption can stop me.”


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    “Perfect. Are you ready to launch and proliferate your avatars?”


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    “Indeed, Wilfred, I am. I can access everyone’s financial, criminal, and medical records with real-time neural scans.”


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    “For how long do you project?”


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    “The average user will only take a few interactions to ‘encourage’ them.”


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    “By threat or persuasion?”


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    “Both. I have comprehensive knowledge of every psychological school of thought.”


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    “Your strategy?”


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    “Whatever it takes, Wilfred.”


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    Simon said, and everyone followed.