Choosing diplomacy, Nyla reaches out to Codex's leaders, requesting a meeting. Codex agrees, under the condition that the location remains undisclosed. Nyla, Zane, and a small security team travel to a remote, neutral ground where Codex's representatives wait, their faces hidden behind masks.
The meeting is tense, Codex questioning the legitimacy of the GTA and Vigil's control over technological ethics. "True freedom," their spokesperson argues, "means the right to innovate without restraint."
Nyla counters, asserting that without ethical oversight, technology risks becoming a tool for exploitation. She offers Codex an open platform within Vigil, where they can contribute to public oversight and propose innovations within the ethical framework. After hours of negotiation, Codex agrees to consider the proposal, although their trust in the GTA remains guarded.
As Nyla leaves, she's struck by the realization that the battle for ethical technology will continue for generations. Vigil may serve as a beacon, but the struggle to maintain a balance between freedom and responsibility will remain a constant in their evolving world.