Ultimate Choice System: I Became The Richest!

Moving to the next section, Graham gestured towards a towering piece of equipment. "This is the Molecular Analyzer. It's primarily used for material composition analysis. It can identify the exact chemical structure of an unknown material within minutes."

"Impressive," Noah commented, running his fingers along the machine's cool surface. "What about energy consumption?"

"It's efficient," Graham said quickly. "The lab operates on a sustainable energy grid, so even high-output machines like this one don't strain resources."

He led them further into the lab, stopping in front of a sleek chamber with reinforced walls. "This is the Testing Chamber. It's designed for simulations involving high stress, extreme temperatures, or impact scenarios. Perfect for stress-testing prototypes."

Robert raised a brow. "Can it handle explosive tests?"

Graham nodded. "Absolutely. The chamber is rated to withstand controlled explosions of up to one kilogram of TNT equivalent."

Noah folded his arms, his mind already spinning with possibilities. "And the maintenance? Who's responsible for that?"

"We have an on-call team specializing in high-tech machinery. Their fees are included in the operational cost," Graham explained.

As the tour concluded, Noah turned to Graham, his expression calm.

As the tour concluded, Noah turned to Graham, his expression calm and composed, betraying none of the calculations running through his mind.

"How much do you want for the property?" Noah asked evenly.

The owner hesitated for a moment before responding, "Three million dollars."

[Ding! Ultimate Choice System has been activated!]

[Option 1: Purchase the laboratory and conduct research.]

[Reward: Advanced Computer Science Skills, Advanced Components manual]

[Option 2: Do not purchase the laboratory.]

[Reward: You will lose the Advanced AI Development (intermediate)]

'Option 1.' Noah thought.

[Ding! Advanced Computer Skills has been rewarded!]

[Ding! Advanced Components manual has been rewarded!]

Even though he decided to purchase the laboratory, that didn't mean he was going to get scammed and pay a hefty amount.

Noah let out a soft, unimpressed sigh, shaking his head slowly. "Three million? Let's be realistic here. While the equipment is indeed top-notch, they're not brand-new. Used equipment, no matter how well-maintained, depreciates significantly in value." His voice remained calm but carried an edge of authority that made Graham visibly uncomfortable.

Noah continued, "Secondly, the location is far from ideal. Accessibility matters in this line of work, and being out here won't attract the kind of clientele you'd want for a high-end facility. It's a logistical inconvenience." He paused briefly, letting his words sink in before delivering the final blow. "And lastly, the fact that you're giving me this tour personally tells me that you're eager to sell. No successful operation would be handing out tours without delegation, which suggests that your business here is struggling."

Graham's face turned pale, a flicker of shock passing through his eyes. 'He's not a newbie… he's dissected my situation through a tour,' he thought, his palms beginning to sweat.

"I'll give you $900,000," Noah said, his tone final.

"Impossible," Graham said, shaking his head firmly, though his voice wavered slightly. "I'd be losing far too much money. At least $1,500,000," he countered, though inwardly he was desperate. The property had been draining his resources for months, and his research institute was a colossal failure. He needed the money, but pride wouldn't let him fold so easily.

Noah raised an eyebrow, his expression unbothered. "$950,000," he said, his voice as steady as before.

"No," Graham replied, his tone growing more agitated. "Impossible."

Noah shrugged and took a step back, turning toward the exit with the real estate agent trailing behind him. "Alright then. It seems we aren't able to come to an agreement. Thank you for your time."

As Noah turned to leave, Graham's heart sank. He knew he couldn't afford to let this deal slip away. The thought of holding onto the property and continuing to bleed money was unbearable.

"Wait!" Graham called out, his voice tinged with desperation.

Noah allowed a small grin to flicker across his face before schooling his features into calm neutrality. He turned back slowly, raising an eyebrow. "Yes?"

"$1,000,000," Graham said, his words heavy with reluctance. His expression was bitter, as though each syllable pained him.

"Deal," Noah said without hesitation, extending his hand to seal the agreement.

Graham reluctantly shook his hand, his grip firm but his eyes betraying his frustration. "You're a tough negotiator," he admitted grudgingly.

Noah offered a faint smile. "Let's finalize the paperwork and get this wrapped up. I have plans for this property."

After finalizing the deal and transferring the payment, Graham offered a brief handshake to Noah. "I've already taken everything I need from this place. Whatever you decide to do here is up to you now," he said, his tone professional but detached.

Noah nodded. "Thank you, Graham. Best of luck with your next venture."

Graham returned the nod, his lips pressing into a thin line. Without further chit-chat, he turned and left the building, the sound of the door closing behind him signaling the end of his involvement.

The real estate agent lingered for a moment, handing Noah a receipt and offering a polite smile. "Thank you, Mr. Noah. If there's anything wrong with the property, any repairs needed, or anything else, don't hesitate to reach out. I'll make sure it's taken care of."

Noah gave him a curt nod and reached into his pocket, handing over the agreed commission. "I appreciate your help. I'll let you know if I need anything."

The agent's eyes lit up at the sight of the payment. "Thank you, sir! I'll take my leave now. Wishing you all the best with your new project." With a final bow of his head, the agent exited, leaving Noah alone in the now-silent facility.

Noah's gaze swept over the empty lab. It was quiet, sterile, and filled with potential. He couldn't help but smile faintly at the blank canvas before him. He moved to one of the large, cleared workbenches and retrieved the Advanced AI Development from his inventory, setting it down in front of him.
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Opening the manual, he flipped through its virtual pages, taking in the detailed schematics, assembly instructions, and listings for cutting-edge technology components.

Every single item was clearly outlined, from microprocessors and quantum chips to highly specialized robotic arms designed for intricate assembly tasks.

"This… this is perfect," he murmured, his excitement barely contained. "I have all the knowledge I need to start creating this, but I need the components to create what I want."

He opened the Advanced Components Manual from his inventory. The blueprint's diagrams glowed faintly, a digital overlay springing to life and highlighting key sections.

Noah's eyes followed the lines and annotations with ease, his integrated advanced computer science skills effortlessly piecing everything together.

"Theory is one thing," Noah said to himself, his fingers tapping rhythmically on the workbench, "but this is where it really starts."

He flipped back to the manual, scanning for the first critical component he needed to kick-start his work on the AI project. It didn't take long to find it.

"A Neural Network Core Processor," he read aloud, a small grin forming. "Looks like the backbone of this project."

The manual's interface allowed him to order directly through the system. He tapped on the Neural Network Core Processor listing, and a holographic confirmation popped up before his eyes.

Purchase Neural Network Core Processor for $1,000 ?

"Yes," Noah said without hesitation.

The system emitted a soft ding, and moments later, a sleek, futuristic-looking processor materialized in front of him on the workbench. Its metallic surface gleamed.

Noah reached for it, holding the component in his hands as he examined its craftsmanship. "Amazing… this is far beyond anything that's on the current market," he muttered.

He turned back to the Advanced Components Manual, quickly searching for additional pieces to bring his vision to life. With every turn of the page, the manual offered possibilities, and Noah's mind raced to connect the dots.

"I'll need a Quantum Computing Unit for unparalleled processing power," Noah muttered. His finger tapped on the holographic interface.

Purchase Quantum Computing Unit for $3,000?

"Yes," Noah confirmed. A moment later, a sleek, compact device materialized beside the processor. Its design was elegant yet functional, radiating a faint glow.

"Next, an Adaptive Learning Module," Noah said, flipping through the manual. "This will allow the AI to evolve and learn from the data it's given. It won't just process information—it'll grow smarter with use."

Purchase Adaptive Learning Module for $2,500?

"Yes."

Piece by piece, Noah ordered the required components: advanced energy cells to ensure the phone's lightweight design and long-lasting power, a high-capacity storage module for the AI to process and store massive amounts of data, and finally, a futuristic display that was both ultra-thin and virtually unbreakable.

When the last component materialized on the workbench, Noah took a step back, surveying the collection of cutting-edge parts. Each item gleamed under the lights, waiting to be assembled.

"Time to make history," Noah said with a smirk, rolling up his sleeves.

For hours, Noah worked tirelessly. His hands moved with precision, assembling the delicate parts with tools provided by the system.

The Quantum Computing Unit was embedded into the phone's core, paired seamlessly with the Adaptive Learning Module.

The advanced energy cells fit snugly into a concealed compartment, ensuring the device remained lightweight and sleek.

The futuristic display was the crowning touch. Its edge-to-edge design was flawless, emitting a soft glow as Noah powered it on for the first time.

The phone was a masterpiece. Sleek, lightweight, and undeniably futuristic, it was unlike anything currently on the market. Its surface was smooth to the touch, and its design radiated innovation.

"Now for the real magic," Noah said, placing the AI software into the device. The Neural Network Core Processor hummed to life, integrating the Adaptive Learning Module and Quantum Computing Unit.

A soft voice greeted him from the phone's speaker.

"Hello, Noah. I am your assistant. How can I help you today?"