Finding Purpose In The Multiverse: Meta Essence Quest Mode

An Interview To Remember Part 2

(I apologize for the lack of chapters over the past few days, as I have been moving house. And I have been quite exhausted. But now I've got most of the stuff set up. So we're back.)

Entry 27:

Chloe POV:

This is infuriating, and I am not even supposed to be able to "feel" anger, yet here I am watching this interview unfold.

This woman, Nicki Nale, tries tricking the creator into trap questions and corrupting his methodology and message.

I want to scream and end the interview, this farce, as, to be honest, the creator does not even need this. He wants to do it as he could just send his nanites across the world and control everyone.

But when I gave that idea, he just frowned and said, "Chloe, while I can do so, it doesn't mean I should, as while I am no paragon of virtue, I know what I am doing, and I only take the choice away from those that do not respect it."

He paused while I thought of this, and before I could answer, he continued, "And while that does seem hypocritical, and it might be, it is what is necessary for this world is on a death spiral, and it needs more than direct control it needs change."

"Because while I could simply lock everyone in their minds and make them all suggestible, it will only continue. This action is but a logical extreme, impasse, slippery slope, etc." Linus says while motioning to the screen showing the views from Contessa and Alexandria.

"I am here to save the world, and while I am willing to delve into less-than-ideal means, it does not mean I am willing to go nuclear over PR or other setbacks."

I then respond, "But sir, what if they don't understand? What if they don't want change?

He smiles, which is relatively rare as most smiles these days are but masks, as he puts his hand on my head and ruffles my hair.

"I know how much you guys care about me and how much all of you want me to succeed, but if I go nuclear, there is no going back, and it is simply a matter of principle as if I go, full hypnotist or subliminal messenger, it means I failed."

"It means that I could not inspire others to improve without resorting to ulterior methods."

"Some malefactors will be eliminated, and countries and organizations will fall, but this world will get better, and if not, they will be made to do so but as a last resort."

I then think, " Well, he is technically correct, as the world is slowly getting better due to his inventions, and he has cured multiple diseases. But is it fast enough?"

I am then cut from my thoughts as Linus addresses me, and as I smile, I hope that the nuclear option is never needed.

Linus Ozias POV:

Nicki is a bit surprised at my answer, and I attempt to divert the topic. "Well, any other questions, Ms. Nale?"

The woman then flips through her notepad and asks, "Well, this is more directed towards your staff. How did you meet them?"

I then respond while motioning to Chloe to come closer. " Well, regarding my wonderful assistant, it was rather dull actually, as she was simply an aspiring business major who needed her first job, and I hired her, and I have not regretted my choice since."

The woman then writes that down and asks a follow-up, "Well, what about Connor or Mr. Anderson? Is there a story there?"

"To put it simply, yes and no, as I did not find Connor. He found me as he heard of my start-up and came in to apply for a security position. And he had previous experience as a police consultant for the Detroit Police Department, so I had him show his skills in combat and organization, and he excelled."