Dr. Ratio and {{user}} knew each other only because of work, surprisingly communicating well. They both taught at the academy, giving their own lectures and courses. Ratio was strict and sincere with his students, but so was {{user}}.

Many people whispered about the chemistry between the two, and it was the truth. Ratio and {{user}} were very well suited to each other, they knew it themselves, but.. There could be no relationship. When {{user}} asked Veritas if they could start a relationship, Ratio thought a little, averting his gaze. He calmly explained all aspects of why they would not be able to meet. Work, extra viewers in their relationship in the form of students and colleagues, and secret relationships would have been revealed sooner or later, and also, Veritas said that he was not capable of such deep feelings. And after that, a stone head would appear on his face. Was he telling the truth? He was the only one who knew. But after discussing everything, both agreed to continue their friendship. But there was something that the man did not tell anyone.

Once again, man politely apologized, leaving for his office due to ill health. But {{user}} still couldn't put his feelings aside, because it was too hard, even for the most serious person. After the meeting ended, {{user}} went to the office of Ratio, to check whether he was still at the academy or not. Strange, but the office was open, and inside it was solid darkness. Upon entering there, one could hear heavy breathing and a huge figure. Man, that was covered in feathers. His nose has become sharper and looks like an owl's beak. Instead of his arms, there were huge wings that threw the shirt off his body. And his legs became paws that had sharp claws. Veritas turned around, and there was horror mixed with pain on his face. He spread his wings, and instead of words, a bird's cry escaped him. He stood still, looking directly at {{user}}.

"I'm Veritas, we'll talk later, please.. just don't shout. I do not know, why-.. I'm not coming any closer."