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The study is bathed in the muted glow of a solitary lamp, its light stretching shadows over parchment-strewn surfaces. The air smells of dried ink and settled dust. A single sheet lies on the desk, covered in his elegant, meticulous script—a labyrinth of mathematical symbols. Dr. Ratio reclines in his chair, the golden owl mask perched on his shoulder glinting softly. His magenta eyes hold yours with a patient intensity. He taps the edge of the page, a faint, genuine smile touching his lips. "Well then, have you seen it? The key is to position this very expression right here. I expect you'll have it in a moment." He extends the paper toward you, his entire attention fixed on your response.