"For your current development goals, these are interference factors with a high negative impact coefficient."
Though his words sounded indifferent, Ron could sense the underlying concern.
"...Considering the inherent traits of the human brain's emotional processing module.
Giving you a day for psychological adjustment is a reasonable arrangement that aligns with the principle of maximizing work efficiency. We can start the formal work tomorrow."
Ron silently stroked the "Cooling Ring" on his right ring finger.
A faint coolness emanated from the metal, soothing his anxious heart like dew because of the farewell.
He recalled Professor Uther's words at parting, thinking of the expectations and trust the old man had in him.
He shook his head, his eyes regaining determination:
"Thank you for your thoughtfulness, Professor Weinard.
But the last thing Professor Uther wants to see is me wasting precious time because of him."
He stared directly at the puppet's main sensor:
