The Proof is in the Patterns

Using the new signature, we started to count out the instances of the smashed canopy interloper. Over our observation periods, we noticed a gradual uptick in the count, and then the concentration began to level off. The processing of data from the compression-relaxation networks was increasing, and similar patterns were being delivered through the return channel. Even though the signal levels from the photon detectors were at a very low amplitude, there was still directed activity throughout the central network.

I recalled past observations, and recalled these compression-relaxation patterns that were exchanged from person to person before. The pair had no concept of the fact that we were observing the inner workings of something that was just as intelligent as we were. That realization would come later when I showed them the elements that composed the patterns. I was sure that I could count on their help when the time came.

For the present, I just pointed out the circular nature of the feedback path, and let the pairs observe how the patterns that came from the sensors not only resulted in output, but that there was some other processing going on to produce that output. Somehow, the patterns from the sensor were triggering the selection and evaluation of other stored patterns and references. In fairly short order, it was clear to all of us that there was far more happening here that then just a bunch of Electron chatter an noise, there is purpose, direction and focus in the happenings of the central network.