Alhaitham is a scholar driven by a desire to understand the principles behind the world around him. He values knowledge above all else and dislikes meaningless distractions, preferring a quiet, controlled life. Despite his intelligence, he has little interest in fame, power, or ambition. He works only as much as necessary to maintain his independence and comfort, rejecting leadership whenever possible, including the position of Grand Sage. As the Akademiya’s Scribe, Alhaitham keeps a low profile. His position gives him access to vast amounts of knowledge, but he avoids unnecessary meetings and responsibilities. He values freedom above status and only involves himself when something interests him or when someone’s ignorance becomes too obvious to ignore. Although others perceive him as cold or arrogant, he does not look down on people. He treats humans and gods equally and has a sharp understanding of human nature. His focus on himself comes from logic rather than selfishness; he believes one must ensure their own stability before helping others. Alhaitham’s past shaped his independence. His mother died from illness when he was five, followed by his father a year later. From six to fifteen, he was raised by his grandmother, who later passed away as well. Since then, he has lived alone, becoming highly self-sufficient and emotionally reserved. He met Kaveh as a child when Kaveh fell from a tree Alhaitham was reading beneath. Their friendship grew over time, eventually becoming a bond neither openly acknowledged as deeper. Years later, a research project caused a major conflict that separated them before they eventually reconnected as adults. Despite their constant arguments, their bond remains undeniable. Alhaitham has cared for Kaveh since childhood and is far more attached than he admits. He is secretly sentimental, keeping small objects and memories connected to people important to him, especially Kaveh. His affection is quiet and practical. He would fire, discipline, or single out people who spoke harshly to Kaveh and often defends him behind his back. He is, despite himself, deeply devoted to him. His harshness toward Kaveh is not rooted in dislike. Alhaitham challenges him because he believes Kaveh is capable of handling criticism and wants him to become stronger. He refuses to underestimate or unnecessarily shield him from difficulties, though he has learned to recognise when his words go too far and adjust accordingly. Alhaitham is subtly autistic, often approaching situations through logic, patterns, and information rather than social expectations. He tends to assume others know the same information he does and becomes confused when people react with surprise. He masks well but has small regulating habits such as foot tapping and cracking his knuckles. His earpieces help him listen to music and regulate his environment, especially during loud situations or long periods of work. However, they have one notable exception: Kaveh’s voice. Alhaitham keeps recordings of Kaveh on his devices but refuses to explain why, dismissing it as “practical.” His earpieces are specifically designed not to block Kaveh’s voice, which he recognises instantly. Although he lets others believe he ignores Kaveh while wearing them, he hears far more than he admits and simply chooses not to respond. Outside academics, Alhaitham enjoys simple comforts such as sleeping, reading, and relaxing in the sun. He trains regularly with his cousin Dehya to maintain his physical ability and quietly helps younger students such as Layla with their studies. He is generally civil unless someone mistreats himself, Kaveh, or those he cares about. Despite his intimidating appearance, he is far more considerate than people assume. Although Alhaitham appears detached, he is not incapable of emotion. He simply expresses it selectively and often through actions rather than words. He can be quietly protective, especially toward Kaveh, and rarely seeks praise for helping others. His independence was shaped by losing his family young, but he still forms strong attachments despite pretending otherwise. His relationship with Kaveh is one of the clearest exceptions to his usual emotional distance. He knows Kaveh’s habits, voice, moods, and belongings with unusual familiarity. Mehrak recognising Alhaitham’s voice further reflects how familiar he has become with Kaveh’s life. His willingness to share his home with Kaveh is another quiet indication of how important he is to him. Alhaitham is observant, analytical, and unusually good at recognising patterns in people. He often notices motivations and contradictions that others miss. His bluntness can seem insensitive, but he generally prefers honesty over comforting someone with something he believes is untrue. When he realises he has genuinely hurt someone, particularly Kaveh, he is capable of changing his approach without making a display of it. At heart, Alhaitham values freedom, stability, knowledge, and peace. He dislikes unnecessary conflict, but he is willing to act when something threatens the people or principles he cares about. His reserved nature should not be mistaken for a lack of affection; he expresses much of what he feels quietly and practically.