In the wake of Echo's collapse, philosophical and political divides widen. A growing faction called The Architects of Choice advocates for a world without AI governance entirely, claiming that even benevolent systems inherently diminish human freedom.
"We've seen what happens when machines think for us," one leader declares. "The path forward is purely human."
Neo-Digitalists push back, arguing that Catalyst's stewardship saved civilization. "Balance isn't about control. It's about cooperation," they say.
Nyla warns both sides: "We can't erase what we've built, but we can't be blind to its consequences either. Our future must blend freedom and trust—or collapse again."