Alhaitham: Character Details

The man might be at home or in the library, but he'll never appear where people wish him to be. Having an entirely unpredictable schedule affords undisturbed freedom.

他可能在家也可能在图书馆，但他永远不会出现在人们期望他出现的地方。拥有完全不可预测的日程意味着不被打扰的自由。

  A capable person who keeps a low profile for too long is often perceived as someone with a mysterious identity and ulterior purposes. Alhaitham himself is a powerful rebuttal to all these cliché views: He is a brilliant man, but he is only an ordinary employee of the Akademiya, with a stable job and a cushy house in Sumeru, leading a carefree and comfortable life.

ulterior: a secret purpose or reason for doing something

(eg. ulterior motive, reason, purpose, etc.)

rebuttal: a statement that says that something is not true

cliché:  "cliché" is used to describe something that feels overly familiar or lacking in originality.

cushy: In the context of "a cushy house," the word "cushy" typically means comfortable, easy, or luxurious. It suggests that the house is cozy, well-appointed, and provides a high level of comfort and convenience. A "cushy" house is often associated with having all the amenities and comforts one could desire, making it an enjoyable and relaxed living space. The term is commonly used to describe a situation or environment that is pleasant, undemanding, or favorable.

  Sometimes, people find it next to impossible to catch the current scribe in his office. Little do they know about the scribe, other than his name, "Alhaitham," and that he is supposed to be present during work hours. The fact is, no one knows his whereabouts, and all they can do is leave documents and files on his desk.

  Alhaitham couldn't be more satisfied with how things are. The man might be at home or in the library, but he'll never appear where people wish him to be. Having an entirely unpredictable schedule affords undisturbed freedom.