The fact that his research was stolen and used did anger him but a part of him had even goaded the professor that the credibility in his work was always there. The proof was right there, and despite the tragedy surrounding his and potentially Wakaba-san's work as well- fate had handed him the credible proof he was being mocked for without even running any extensive practicals! Just giving that to him on a silver platter was-

It's all he had.

He was chosen for this.

Maruki hummed. "Hazard of the profession, am I right?"