My Stolen AI Robot Beat Her Up on the Spot
Youre seriously still talking about this outdated theory? Allow me to show you all what cutting-edge technology actually looks like.
With her chin held high, she unveiled her own robot, proudly displaying a list of its extraordinary parameters. The championship for this event, she declared with absolute confidence, belongs to me.
A wave of excitement rippled through the judges panel. Incredible! This is phenomenal, its a full generation ahead of current tech!
But as I stared at the parameters, a cold knot formed in my stomach. This was my data. Every last number was from my experiments. Besides me, the only person with access to that data was my husband, Danny.
I stepped forward, pointing at the machine. The data is impressive, I said, my voice steady. But are you certain this is your robot?
She shot me a disdainful look. Whose else would it be? Yours? Go on, call its name. See if it answers.
A small smile touched my lips as my gaze fell upon the robot. Jenna. Kick the person in front of you.
Laughter erupted from the audience. People shook their heads, looking at me with pity.
Thats Dr. Vances robot. Whose work could it be but hers?
Just because your theory cant compete doesnt mean you can start making baseless accusations. Its unprofessional.
Dr. Isla Vances eyes glinted with mockery. My robot utilizes the very latest in AI technology. Its not some simple
Her words were cut short as the gleaming metallic robot lifted its leg and kicked her squarely in the hip.
It happened so fast she had no time to react. With a cry of pain, she stumbled back, clutching her side.
The audience of experts, scholars, and tech executives fell silent, their faces a mask of collective shock.
After delivering the kick, the robots electronic face displayed a bracketed smiley face. Its synthesized voice rang out, filled with pride. Jenna, mission complete!
I couldnt help but laugh. Good girl, Jenna.
The curve of the smiley face on its screen deepened.
I turned my gaze back to Isla, my expression turning to ice. This is the latest prototype from my laba domestic security and combat hybrid. Its still in the development phase. So why dont you tell me how it ended up with you?
The experts who had been praising her a moment ago now turned to her with suspicion. Yes, Dr. Vance, what is going on here?
Islas face hardened. In a fit of pique, she kicked the robots leg. Useless piece of junk. Cant even recognize its own master.
Jenna is not a useless piece of junk, the robot retorted, its voice tinged with a synthetic sadness.
Isla took a step closer, studying my face for a moment before addressing the crowd. The robot is currently in an open-command state. Anyone who calls its name can issue a command. I simply forgot to disable it.
She then glared at me, a sneer twisting her lips. You must have found that out from somewhere and came here to slander me. If you dont believe me, feel free to try calling its name yourselves.
As she spoke, she produced a contract, holding it up for all to see. The document clearly stated an agreement between Apex Innovations Lab and Nexus Dynamics for the joint development of an intelligent robot.
Islas chin lifted in triumph. I am the head of Apex Innovations! The contract is right here. Is there any doubt?
A bomb went off in my head. Only Danny and I had ever handled that contract.
For years, I had poured my heart and soul into AI research, giving the patents to Nexus Dynamics for free. That was how Danny had become a tech mogul in less than five years. Hed said we would conquer the world of robotics together, as husband and wife.
And now? He was letting another woman steal my work, usurp my identity, and bask in the glory that was rightfully mine.
Rage ignited in my chest.
The murmuring in the crowd grew louder.
No one would dare to fake a contract with Nexus Dynamics, someone said. Theyre a giant in the industry. It has to be real. It seems Dr. Vance is telling the truth.
Disapproving glances were once again cast in my direction.
My fingers trembled, but I pressed on, demanding of Isla, Where did you get that contract? Did Danny give it to you?
Isla scoffed. I was trying to be modest, but since youve forced my hand, I might as well tell everyone. I am Danny Crofts wife. Were a team. I focus on the research, and he runs the company.
I laughed, a sharp, bitter sound. If what she said was true, then who was I?
I couldnt take it anymore. I pulled out my phone and dialed Dannys number.
Danny, I said, my voice clear and strong, capturing the attention of everyone in the room. I hear you have a wife named Isla Vance. Why dont you tell me when you two got married?
On the other end, Dannys voice was sharp with annoyance. What nonsense are you talking about? He hung up.
Isla smirked and pointed a finger at me. So thats your game. You stage this whole drama just to try and seduce my husband? Youre that desperate to be the other woman?
You get his number from some back-alley source and put on this pathetic act.
The educated crowd turned on me. Utterly shameless! one man declared. She has no integrity!
If you dont even know how to be a decent human being, what business do you have in academia? another added.
In an instant, I was the enemy. But the initial fire of my anger had cooled, replaced by a terrifying calm.
I glanced at my watch. Thirty seconds to go.
I looked up at Isla. Her eyes were filled with derision and hate, but I let a slow smile spread across my face.
You claim this is your robot? And youre presenting it here today, which must mean its passed all performance tests? There wont be any... issues?
She nodded, her voice dripping with arrogance. Of course. What, are you still not giving up, you little home-wrecker? Take a look in the mirror.
This robot is the pinnacle of modern technology. What would you know about it?
Youre nothing but an academic fraud, here to hunt for a rich man.
I just smiled and offered a piece of friendly advice to those standing near me. I suggest everyone take a step back. You wouldn't want to get caught in the crossfire.
My cryptic warning was met with confused and disgusted glares.
Why are you still here making a spectacle of yourself? Just leave already.
At this point, you should just crawl away in shame.
Such stubborn people. Well, they couldnt say I didnt warn them.
They were still shaking their heads at me when a series of sharp cries and yelps echoed through the hall.
Jenna, who had been standing motionless, had suddenly switched into combat mode. A fighting machine by design, it was now wreaking havoc, attacking anyone and everyone that entered its visual field.
Jenna was a prototype, and she had a fatal flaw: if left on standby for more than thirty minutes, her programming would glitch, causing her to attack indiscriminately. It was the very reason I hadn't unveiled her at this conference.
Screams filled the air. These were solid steel limbs meeting flesh and bone.
The one who got the worst of it was Isla. Standing closest to the robot, she was knocked to the ground, her face contorted in pain and fury. Jenna, stop! I command you to stop!
Panic erupted. The robot was a whirlwind of controlled violence, as effective as a special forces soldier. Someone do something! People are getting hurt! people shouted.
The very individuals who had been bad-mouthing me were now being tossed around like dolls. I couldn't help but give Jenna a silent thumbs-up.
I had already retreated to a safe distance, and now I watched the show with my arms crossed. But this is Dr. Vances robot, I called out. Did everyone forget what she said? Its supposed to be flawless. Im sure Dr. Vance has it under control.
All eyes turned to Isla, who was scrambling to avoid the robots attacks. It certainly didn't look like she had anything under control. Was this really her creation?
The chaos raged for several minutes before a flurry of footsteps announced a new arrival. I turned to see Danny striding in with a team of security guards.
He took in the scene with a frown and ordered his men to disable Jenna. It took a dozen trained guards to overpower the robot and finally shut it down.
Isla, bruised, disheveled, and humiliated, ran to Danny and threw herself into his arms. Honey, that woman sabotaged everything! She attacked me! You have to teach her a lesson!
Danny followed her pointing finger, his dark eyes landing on me.
My own gaze was like ice. I stared right back at him. In such a hurry to protect your little mistress, Danny? Why dont you tell everyone who the real head of the lab is? Who the lead developer of that robot is?
And who was it that turned your company into a tech giant in just five years?!
Forgetting your roots is a sin that always comes back to bite you. A vein throbbed in Dannys forehead. He maintained his protective stance over Isla, a cold, cruel smile playing on his lips.
Maam, I believe weve met. Youre the one who threw yourself at me, trying to sleep your way into my company. And now you come here to ruin my wifes big day? You have a lot of nerve, thinking you can mess with me.
His words sent another shockwave through the room. Danny had a pristine reputation in the industry. Compared to me, a reclusive researcher who rarely made public appearances, his words carried far more weight.
That woman is disgusting!
So she tried to seduce the husband, failed, and now shes taking it out on the wife!
I understood everything now. Danny had betrayed me long ago. Seeing the crowd turn on me, a smug, triumphant smirk flickered across his face. My five years of devotion had been wasted on a monster. All the love and affection had been a lie.
And how do you explain the robots rampage? I asked calmly. Has everyone forgotten? Whos the one lying now?
Isla, having regained some of her composure, stuck her neck out. It was a minor glitch. You probably did something to it.
The crowd was divided. Some believed Danny, while others looked at Isla with renewed doubt. How could a developer not know about such a glaring flaw in her own creation?
Suddenly, the event organizers phone rang. After a brief conversation, his face lit up.
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