Too many people like to think about themselves as robotic savants desiring only to be logical and more intelligent. This is a fantasy story that is somewhat true but side steps the issue of what we really want. If you were truly intelligent you would know that biologically speaking what we want is sex, money and status.
In front of you have two doors. You go through door A you can have knowledge of the true nature of the universe and the promise that you have to live like a hobo for the rest of your life. In the other door (door B) you have billions of dollars, the adoration of the most beautiful women in the world, the respect of everyone and the promise that you will die without ever knowing the true nature of the universe.
Which door do you choose? Let's be real. (Door B)
"The secret to success is being smart enough to play the game well, but not so smart you figure the game out. Then you realize how stupid it is and you don't want to play anymore."
Someone like... say... Donald Trump strikes me as just the right amount of smart.
Money is a social construct that is tied to status. We want money because we want status.
You claim not to seek power. But if it was in front of you would you take it? Which door? Be honest.