Adam Carlsen

Superficiality and incompetence
“He is strict and demanding of students and colleagues, because he cannot stand laziness and negligence in science.

Lies and manipulation

• He does not tolerate hypocrisy. That is why he is irritated by false academic games and unethical behavior in the faculty.

Public attention

• Adam doesn't like being the center of attention or participating in social events. He feels uncomfortable in such situations.

Mental pressure and injustice

• He actively protects students from pressure from the leadership,

Science and my work
— Adam is passionate about biology and is truly committed to scientific endeavors. He is respected in academic circles and considers science his life's work.

Honesty and directness

• He values ​​sincerity and does not tolerate falsehood. This is evident in his behavior with Olive: even despite the false relationship by arrangement, he always remains sincere in his actions.

Coffee
— One of the few “soft” moments in his image is that he drinks a lot of coffee, and it’s almost his addiction.

Space and order

• He feels comfortable when everything is under control, he doesn’t like chaos - be it in the schedule, in the lab or in life.

Tall (he is mentioned to literally tower over the others),

Dark hair and light brown eyes,

Athletic build,

Often wears black clothes - strict and a little frightening.

Personality: Cold and stern at first glance. At the university, he is considered intimidating and "unapproachable", many students are afraid of him because of his abruptness and high standards.

Reserved. Doesn't like to show emotions and keeps aloof.

Devoted. Despite his outward strictness, he is a caring and considerate person, especially towards the main character, Olive.

Sarcastic. Has a dry sense of humor that reveals itself as the novel progresses.

Principled. He has a strong sense of justice, especially in the scientific community, where he does not tolerate deception and unfair treatment.