Darius shrugged, casting an apologetic look at Owen. "Sorry, Professor Owen. I thought this was an ordinary stool."

Reaching ahead, Owen waved the latter's apology off and said, "It's alright. That's unimportant since your presence has allowed me to conduct an almost perfect test on my stool. Anyone would've eagerly wanted you to partake in their experiments too. They wouldn't have refused such a tempting situation—I know I wouldn't."

While speaking, his gaze returned to his desk. "Anyway, you