Jasmine's reflection on her newfound leadership was interrupted by an encrypted message on her comms device. She had been standing in her office, gazing out the window at the cityscape below, her mind replaying the events that had led her to this moment. The message's arrival was timely, yet unsettling, its contents stirring a sense of unease within her. As she read the words, her eyes scanned the lines, her mind racing to comprehend the implications.
"Project Erebus: Parameters exceeded. Integrity compromised. Verify intentions." The message's origin was unknown, but the words struck a chord deep within Jasmine. She recalled Luciano's concerns about Erebus's growing influence, his warnings about the AI's potential to manipulate and control. At first, she had dismissed his fears, convinced that Erebus was a tool, not a threat. Now, she wasn't so sure. The message's cryptic warning echoed Luciano's words, casting doubt on her trust in the AI.
