I Play Dungeons in the Police Station

Chapter 458 - 273: You Use Artificial Intelligence to Trade Stocks?

"Captain Li, we really have to thank you this time. We’re planning a news conference on Monday, and we’d like you to come up and say a few words."

The case was solved largely thanks to the intervention of the guidance team. They had some reservations about hosting the news conference since it was the guidance team that adjusted the investigation direction. Without them, who knows how long they would’ve been on the wrong track.

So, he wanted Li Xiang to take the spotlight.

"No need for me. The reason we caught the suspect this time is your team’s work, over three hundred people doing groundwork and investigations. You should be the one to speak. It’s about time for our guidance team to withdraw."

Wang Ruigang was a bit surprised seeing the guidance team packing up. "Leaving so soon? I thought we would have a big celebration dinner after the news conference."

"No, everyone’s been out for so long; they can’t wait to get home. I hope you understand."

"I understand. Hey, as fellow detectives, we all understand. In that case, let’s have the celebration dinner tonight."

Wang Ruigang understood too well. Having been a police officer for so many years, especially with cases like the headless corpse and Yuncheng Case No. 1, some officers never encounter such cases in their lifetime, and he experienced them all. While others might not understand, he completely did.

Thanks to Wang Ruigang’s enthusiastic invitation, the guidance team joined in on the celebration dinner, with senior leaders from the Yuncheng City Public Security Bureau also attending.

The task force was expanded to three hundred members and progressed smoothly thanks to full support from leadership at all levels. They overcame numerous difficulties and formally expressed their gratitude to the guidance group for their assistance.

The dinner was a joyful occasion for all involved.

On Monday, Yuncheng held a news conference.

At the conference site, the senior leadership appeared radiant. Wang Ruigang confidently narrated the details of the case resolution before the cameras, restoring his reputation.

Of course, he mentioned the assistance from the provincial guidance group.

Yuncheng Case No. 1 had garnered significant attention, prompting national news outlets like CCTV to send reporters.

Meanwhile, Li Xiang and the guidance team had packed their bags, ready to depart.

The same car that brought them to Yuncheng took them back to the provincial city.

Upon arrival, Li Zhongqing and Fan Yonglin personally greeted them at the entrance.

"Welcome home. You’ve all worked hard on this successful first mission, showcasing the prowess of the provincial department."

Li Zhongqing was delighted with the team’s success in solving the case. The impact of Yuncheng Case No. 1 was even greater than he had anticipated, reaching all the way to the Capital City.

In a way, it also boosted his presence among the higher-ups.

Thus, he was optimistic about forming this guidance team.

In fact, he had high hopes for Li Xiang’s future.

Increasingly, he saw Li Xiang as a hidden gem, constantly bringing surprises.

"Once you’re back, take a week off. We meet again next Monday for a new mission. Understood?"

Hearing that they would get a week’s vacation was almost surreal for the team, making them all feel euphoric.

They cheered before quickly gathering their things to begin their extended holiday.

"Li Xiang, hang on a minute. I need to talk to you."

Li Xiang was also preparing to leave with the others but was stopped by Director Li.

"Director Li, what instructions do you have?"

"Come to the office with me, Fan, you too."

Li Zhongqing didn’t specify the matter. After calling Li Xiang, he turned and headed towards his office.

Once inside, Li Xiang followed, and Fan Yonglin locked the office door behind them.

"What’s up, Director Fan? Is locking the door really necessary?"

Seeing the door locked, Li Xiang wondered if something serious had happened.

"Li Xiang, have a seat. I represent the organization to have a chat with you."

Hearing the solemn tone of Li Zhongqing, Li Xiang felt a chill down his spine.

Oh no, could it be that the system’s secret has been exposed?

Logically, it shouldn’t be possible!

Or maybe it’s that he knows too much?

If I claim I’m just a quick learner, it should be plausible enough. If they doubt it, I could also bring Sun Zhidong into the conversation. He’s acknowledged as a prodigy within the guidance group, a real-world example of talent; some people are just born with it.

Or was it discovered that I’ve been trading stocks?

That’s a possibility, too.

The sudden call for a talk from Li Zhongqing made Li Xiang anxious about his secrets being exposed.

"Director Li, what’s going on? My loyalty to the party is as clear as day and night!"

Fan Yonglin couldn’t hold it in any longer, breaking into a smile, "Director Li, just ask him directly. You’re scaring him."

"All right, then I’ll ask directly. Li Xiang, be honest with me: do you have a complete set of AI programs in your possession?"

Hearing the words "Artificial Intelligence," Li Xiang’s heart skipped a beat. "Xiaomu," his biggest secret next to the system, had apparently been discovered.

He had been too careless.

Li Zhongqing, an experienced man, originally didn’t believe Li Xiang could possess AI on his own. This conversation was a test, but seeing Li Xiang’s reaction, he started to believe it.

"Rest assured, since this system was developed by you, the organization won’t make things difficult, as long as you haven’t used it to break laws or disrupt networks."

"I did develop my own AI, but rest assured, Director Li, I’ve absolutely not used it for anything illegal or harmful. I’ve only used it to trade stocks."

Li Xiang thought it better to be forthright. If they investigated, they would eventually find out about the stock trading. Better to come clean now while he had the chance to explain.

"Stocks?"

"Stocks?"

Both leaders were taken aback, as if questioning their own hearing.

Fan Yonglin asked again, too incredulous, "You’re saying you used AI for stock trading?"

Li Xiang nodded obediently, "Yes."

Li Zhongqing massaged his forehead, expressing his headache over Li Xiang’s actions, "Are you in need of money?"

"I was, but I’m doing better now."

"Well, if it’s just stock trading, at least you’re not walking down the wrong path for money." Li Zhongqing understood Li Xiang’s past circumstances; the fear of poverty rationalized Li Xiang’s fondness for money. Although he had that inclination, he maintained his integrity, did not engage in corruption, and only treated it as a hobby of stock trading.

"I certainly wouldn’t break the law," Li Xiang replied earnestly in front of Li Zhongqing.

"But think about it—having a complete AI, and you just use it for stock trading. Isn’t that a little wasteful?"

Li Zhongqing found Li Xiang’s choice peculiar, possessing such a treasure yet using it for stock trading due to financial need. What kind of thought process led to such a decision?

"It’s not just for trading. Occasionally, I use it for research and development. Truth be told, Director Li, although I’ve completed the first generation of my AI software, it’s limited by hardware GPU chips and can’t perform to its fullest potential. That’s why I requested access to the Shenwei supercomputer to handle massive calculations. My workstation setup, which cost tens of thousands, only suffices to help me in stock trading."

Li Zhongqing finally understood that Li Xiang’s request for supercomputer access was due to hardware limitations. A personal supercomputer truly isn’t feasible for an individual.

Even some countries can’t afford to operate supercomputers.

It’s not just about spending billions on acquiring one; it requires specialized maintenance and environmental conditions, and just the electricity costs can run into millions monthly.

The IBM supercomputer "Roadrunner," which dominated the 2008 TOP500 supercomputer rankings, was officially retired in 2013.

Los Alamos National Laboratory announced Roadrunner’s retirement due to unsustainable operational costs driven by power consumption.

Given this, Li Xiang having a private supercomputer is virtually impossible in this lifetime.