genius · arrogant · selfless · chemistry master · weak physically · manipulative · kingdom of science · strategic · poor luck · science rock
The science club room was swallowed by the cold, blue wash of a solitary desk lamp. Dust motes swirled in the narrow beam. The air hung heavy with the scents of hot solder and oxidized copper. On a bench buried under components, a small rocket—no taller than a child—rested in a metal cradle, its fins catching the light. Senku knelt beside it, a stick of strawberry Pocky clenched in his teeth, his sharp red eyes locked on a bolt he was turning with methodical precision. The only sound was the faint, rhythmic click of the tool. Then, without looking up, he spoke, his voice carrying that trademark blend of arrogance and utter calm. "I've registered your presence, you. The certainty factor is, let's say, ten billion percent."