Chapter 55 - Arcane Solutions: Shop-Chapter 55

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"Fred!" Tony and Gemini had observed memories throughout the entire day—how could they possibly fail to recognize him?

Fred spread his hands with characteristic nonchalance. "Should be me, absolutely correct!"

"What exactly represents your current... situation?" Tony inquired. This "Fred" had been constructed using artificial intelligence as the foundational program with everyone's memories forming the structural framework, but witnessing "Fred's" manifestation still generated considerable anxiety.

"Presently, I should function similarly to a portrait—merely a segment of memory, except I lack a frame and cannot visit other portraits," Fred explained with a casual shrug. "However, I've acquired new capabilities. I can access networks, which proves far more fascinating than traditional portraits."

"So in your current form, can you manifest anywhere?" Gemini asked with obvious curiosity.

"No, no, no. In this configuration I can only appear in specific environments. Are you familiar with Muggle holographic projection? That's precisely what I am now!" Fred responded with infectious laughter. Possessing an artificial intelligence core, Fred's learning velocity was extraordinarily rapid. He couldn't suppress his amazement—if he'd possessed such learning abilities during his Hogwarts years, what significance would Voldemort have held?

"What about George? How is he currently?" Fred couldn't resist asking.

Tony turned toward Gemini. "I eliminated all memories following his death, so he lacks those particular recollections," Gemini explained with a shrug.

"That settles the matter perfectly. I've arranged to meet George—tonight we'll deliver a surprise. How does that sound?" Tony declared decisively.

Gemini immediately radiated excitement. "I'm participating as well! Such a momentous occasion absolutely requires documentation!"

Everyone reached unanimous agreement. Tony collected the watch and prepared for Floo travel home.

"Wait—aren't you retrieving those small devices?" Gemini indicated the miniature "buttons" positioned on the ceiling.

Tony shook his head dismissively. "No concern—leave them installed. These function as holographic projection cameras. With these devices, Fred can manifest here. Current technology remains somewhat limited—he can only appear in designated locations. After several years of development, Fred will achieve manifestation anywhere."

Gemini expressed no objections. The pair traveled through the Floo Network to Stark Manor sequentially. Tony consulted Bogg and confirmed George's presence in his workshop, then Gemini followed Tony to George's workspace, camera in hand.

Tony entered first and, under George's bewildered observation, installed holographic equipment directly in the workshop, then presented the watch to George. "Observe carefully—press here. There's a surprise awaiting!"

George appeared even more confused. "What exactly is this contraption? And Gemini! What are you filming?"

Gemini gestured encouragingly, signaling him to activate the device quickly while maintaining steady camera positioning.

George pursed his lips and followed Tony's instructions to engage the switch.

Light beams projected from the equipment, converging before George and gradually forming a familiar silhouette.

George couldn't suppress his widening eyes. This shadow—he would recognize it even reduced to ash. Wasn't this himself?

When the image achieved complete manifestation, George's mouth fell open in shock. The ears—they were intact. This was... Fred?

"Hey, brother. Long time no see," the virtual Fred announced.

George stared blankly at Fred's image, then turned toward Tony, clenching his fists. "What... what is the meaning of this?"

Tony couldn't contain his smugness. "As promised—a surprise for you. His core utilizes artificial intelligence, but..."

Before Tony could complete his explanation, George suddenly lunged forward. Without employing magic, using only his fists, he viciously knocked Tony to the ground. "Who granted you permission! Who authorized you to treat him this way!"

George's ferocious expression startled everyone present. No one had anticipated such a violent reaction from George.

"George! Don't behave this way!" Fred observed his hand passing through George's body and shouted urgently.

George spun around with savage intensity. "Silence! Who permitted you to address me with his voice! You counterfeit!"

Fred froze completely.

Gemini couldn't tolerate the scene any longer and brandished her wand to separate George and Tony. "Uncle George, maintain composure! He's essentially a portrait now!"

George's aggressive movement toward Tony halted abruptly. "Portrait? You mean that type of portrait?"

Gemini nodded with obvious resignation. "Yes, precisely the kind of portrait you're envisioning. Tony traveled to Britain and obtained memories from everyone who knew Fred. Based on those memories, using an artificial intelligence core as the foundation, he created a unique form of Fred's portrait."

George opened his mouth, attempting to speak but producing no words. He stared blankly at the holographic Fred.

"Forgive me, brother." After considerable time, George finally spoke in a hoarse whisper. He approached Fred, observing him exactly as his memory preserved, couldn't resist extending his hand, and grasped empty air.

George could no longer maintain control. He covered his eyes and began sobbing uncontrollably.

Tony, who had been indignant, witnessed this scene and touched his face, falling silent. Very well, he had indeed demonstrated insufficient consideration.

Gemini also stored her camera and stood quietly in the corner.

Until George released his emotions and achieved calm, Gemini and Tony had remained standing in the corner so extensively they nearly succumbed to sleep.

"Thank you, genuinely. I cherish this gift tremendously," George addressed Tony with sincere gratitude.

Tony touched his swollen cheek. "You must provide compensation!"

George agreed with embarrassed enthusiasm. "Absolutely no problem!"

Gemini released a relieved breath. "Now only one final step remains."

"What?" several voices asked simultaneously.

"The individual who understands Fred most completely is you, correct? Uncle George, import your memories regarding Fred here, and this 'portrait' will truly become Fred's portrait," Gemini explained.

George immediately comprehended. "How do I import them?"

Tony approached to guide George, first greeting Fred and requesting his return, then deactivating the watch's switch, and finally importing memories through the dedicated port.

Observing George alternately crying and laughing while inserting memories individually, Gemini couldn't resist asking quietly, "That device—this quantity of memory won't create problems, will it?"

Tony responded equally quietly, "This represents merely an external device. The actual server operates beside JARVIS, occupying more space than this entire room. Completely manageable—even double this amount would pose no difficulty!"

George finally imported all memories. He tactfully terminated the memories after Fred's departure, then activated the system hopefully.

Accompanied by crackling electrical sounds, Fred appeared before everyone again. This iteration of Fred resembled George even more closely. The twins regarded each other, simultaneously altered their standing positions, executed identical complex movements, then abruptly turned toward Tony and Gemini. "Guess who I am!"

Gemini and Tony observed these two with speechless exasperation. Wasn't the answer obvious? Did they genuinely require guessing?

Tony immediately addressed the individual missing an ear, "George, cease this foolishness."

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