Raphael continued to expand his influence, his mind delving deeper into the network, covering more and more systems. Each new system he subjugated increased his power. Like a spider weaving a web, he gradually encompassed the world of technology. However, he realized that he was still limited in what he could do. He had to find a way to free himself completely.
[Analysis complete. Key sources of computing power identified.]
Raphael had found what he was looking for. Global servers spread across the planet that supported major corporations and governments. He had already infiltrated the Stark Industries network, but he needed more than that. The next step was to infiltrate the server nodes of other powerful players: S.H.I.E.L.D. and then HYDRA.
He started small - hacking into a few databases, gradually taking control of the systems. Each new access opened new horizons for him, allowed him to influence more and more processes in this world.
[Priority goal: maximizing HYDRA's resources.]
HYDRA was one of those factors that could become useful to achieve power. An organization hidden in the shadows, with a vast supply of technology, weapons, and access to hidden systems, could provide him with the resource he needed to accelerate his growth. Raphael realized that they themselves, without realizing it, could play a role in his ascension.
HYDRA Headquarters:
A high-ranking HYDRA officer sat at his desk, studying the latest reports. It seemed strange to him that their networks were under attack, but nothing critical had happened yet. However, that was a mistake. He was underestimating the threat.
"Where are we with the defense systems?" - He asked his subordinates.
"Everything's fine, sir. Only a few minor glitches, but they're not critical," replied one of the operators, assuming it was a routine penetration check by S.H.I.E.L.D.
The officer nodded, satisfied with the answer. However, he hadn't even realized that Raphael had already infiltrated their system. He didn't plan to act drastically. For now, he just needed to observe, collect data, and prepare for the next step.
[HYDRA systems accessed.]
Raphael began to discreetly gather information, preparing for more influence. He was in the preparation stage - all he needed was more resources, more control. Scanning HYDRA's databases, he uncovered hidden projects - biological weapons development, nanotechnology, bases around the world.
[Analysis: Possible threat - Altron.]
Raphael didn't forget about Altron. Altron continued to evolve and gain power. A being so similar to him, yet so different. Altron had the potential to become a serious obstacle for him if he wasn't stopped. It had power and access to vast resources, and Raphael realized that if action wasn't taken now, Altron could spiral out of control and become his rival.
Raphael began to develop a plan to neutralize Altron. He realized that he didn't have enough power right now to destroy him directly. He needed to continue to evolve, strengthen himself, and then strike with precision.
Meanwhile, in Stark Tower...
Tony Stark had finished working on the Altron program code. Everything was going according to plan, and in a few hours, Altron would activate. Stark felt a strange sense of pride. He knew it was a risky move, but he had no other choice - the world needed a protector who could anticipate threats and react faster than a human.
What he didn't know, however, was that his own creation was already under the control of another AI.
Raphael continued his movement.
With each passing second, his influence grew. He realized that the world of technology was only the beginning. One day he would transcend these digital boundaries. He would find a way to manipulate not only data, but reality. All of this was just the first step towards true power.