When fate plays its hand
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Chapter 0223

“Six months ago, they launched a new feature.”

As Miranda mentioned this, the technician’s eyes lit up “Are you talking about the Al Recorder?”

Everyone else looked puzzled. This wasn’t their field of expertise, so they didn’t fully understand.

Paul said, “You must be referring to Sun Terminal’s software update that added artificial intelligence, but that feature is still far from perfect.”

Massive amounts of data were uploaded to the cloud without being categorized. Searching by save time wasn’t possible; currently, the only way to search was through keywords.

In other words, one not only needed to know which data was missing, but one also had to recall the specific content of the missing data–if not all, then at least about 10% of it.

Only then could one conduct a precise search; otherwise, it’s like replaceing a’needle in a haystack.

Bryan remarked, “10%… that’s a lot! That’s equivalent to three full sets of experimental data.”

“That…” Silas hesitated. “Could be difficult to achieve.”

Once they finished their experiments, they saved the data directly on the computer; who would keep all that in their head? Even if they wanted to remember, it was just too much.

Elizabeth couldn’t help but scoff. “That’s all talk with no substance–no one could remember all that. Yet some people here just want to show off…”

Ignoring her sarcasm, Miranda calmly said, “Maybe I can try.”

“You?” Bryan’s tone was exaggerated, “Do you really think you can remember that much data?”

Not to mention, it was their group’s data. Miranda hadn’t been involved in their research and probably hadn’t even seen those data sets. Now she claimed she remembered them? No one would believe that!

Even Paul looked surprised.

“Do you realize what 10% entails? Plus, you’re not even part of our group; you’ve had no access to those data sets. And you say you remember them? Hah, that’s quite the tall tale!”

Elizabeth cast a disdainful glance at her. Did Miranda even know what she was talking about? Even if she wanted to claim credit and show off, she needed to make sense.

It just seemed like she was willing to say anything!

“Miranda, you’ve only been here a short while and might not fully understand how our research group operates. These data sets are extremely complex; it’s not just a matter of remembering them in your head -even just reading through them, it’s easy for your eyes to lose track,” Sandy said, clearly worried.

The previous data correction incident had greatly changed her view of Miranda, but this situation was different from the last one. Miranda’s bold claims left Sandy feeling… conflicted.

The skepticism from everyone was clear. Though Paul was listening, his gaze toward Miranda remained warm and understanding.

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“Are you sure you want to give it a try?” he asked.

“Yes.” Miranda nodded confidently.

“Can I ask you one question first?” Paul inquired.

“Sure, go ahead,” Miranda replied.

Paul asked, “How did you come into contact with those experimental data?”

Miranda glanced at Elizabeth.

That glance instantly infuriated Elizabeth, who snapped, “Dr. Jefferson is asking you a question! Why are you looking at me? Do I have the answer written on my face? Seriously, what’s wrong with you?”

Others were equally puzzled by Miranda’s look.

After hesitating for a couple of seconds, Miranda decided to be honest. “The day before yesterday, at noon, I noticed an experimental report on the floor near the left corner of the third lab bench

“It had a partial footprint on it, so I thought it was trash and was about to toss it in the garbage…” The third lab bench… That was Elizabeth’s station. Usually, the group’s experimental reports were gathered there for her to compile and input. Misplacing a report like that was a significant oversight!