🍁Nine Ancient Obelisks

Asmidul, his face flushed red, awkwardly chuckled in response.
After accepting the drink, he allowed the glass to warm his hands, blew away the steam from the surface, and cautiously took a sip.
“Thank you… An intriguing flavor.” He took a deep breath, calming his nerves and completely forgetting the rehearsed “resume.” “Where should I begin, hmm… Well, I enjoy reading and contemplating various subjects, be it theoretical, exact, or humanities. Books can certainly lie, but at least they won’t stab you in the back in a dark alley… Sometimes, I’d like to discuss what I’ve read, perhaps even develop new theories, but usually, people aren’t very interested… And in debates, many get offended if the topic touches on something sensitive to them, so you might get punched in the face for having a different opinion. I would like to deepen my knowledge of the world, rather than just skimming the surface. And most importantly, I want to find a place where I can discuss and develop new, useful ideas for our country, and perhaps even for the whole world. For example, what if Asuguth had its own currency? It might seem like blasphemy and a huge risk, but ultimately, it all comes down to the fear of the unknown, which is precisely what we, as scientists, should help overcome… Ha-ha, I probably sounded too naive.”