didn't know Pigeon also had that meaning, "Pigeon" means a lot of things (and the name of a language). fun fact: actual Pigeon's are trash doves but Doves are just pigeons but white
also! to think I've been noticed! awww, I'm blushing hehe. I guess being speculative has paid off~
tbh, I really didn't think. I mean the story could have fallen into the pit of beauty/brains & brawn. It seems MC intends to cultivate him because a he's a good man. he has good wits to solve it on his own than to seek MC. the two have a very healthy relationship so far. and looking at the comments, this is his test going into his relationship with MC. his conviction is amazing! whoo! (MC probs know the gem because of previous life interactions?)
it's interesting that our MC is moderately self-deprecating (because it might've fallen into the trope if it weren't for it?)
also also! RIP to the thicc. I haven't noticed that they were shrinking, maybe because "I see them everyday" except it's opposite is true. the plot is memorable, and his eyebrows shall rest in peace