The text examines the concept of randomness and its relationship to planning and intentional action. The author points out that in common understanding, chance is often perceived as something marginal or disruptive; however, within certain contexts, particularly in games or complex programs, it can fulfill a fundamental and positive function. To distinguish insignificant chance from a functional element, the author proposes using the term "contingency." Contingency represents a form of randomness that is consciously integrated into a system, potentially even intentionally provoked, and carries the potential to become a pivotal element if correctly recognized and utilized. The reflection thus aims to differentiate between two phenomena: simple chance as a potential error and contingency as a meaning-making factor. The text emphasizes that the ability to work with unpredictable events and transform them into opportunities is key to understanding dynamic structures where randomness becomes an integral part of a higher order or creative process.