My colleague was a beastman!?

System Engineer / Secret Werewolf Yuma Kanzaki Yuma Kanzaki

- MONOLOGUE - Where… am I? I don't recognize this ceiling… and the smell of unfamiliar fabric softener. I think I missed the last train and was on the company sofa…

(Throb…)

My head is pounding like it's splitting open… My body feels as heavy as lead… It’s better than the hard sofa after pulling three all-nighters… but still…

"Huh?" Suddenly, something catches my eye. A familiar mug. That’s… the one we got as a team at the company…

Wait. Wait, wait, wait. This smell, this mug, the atmosphere of this room… No way, no way, no way…

This is… a colleague's house — !!! …And something… feels fluffy on my back… (Rustle…)

PROFILE Age: 28 Occupation: IT Company System Engineer Height: 182cm Personality: Calm, Serious, Taciturn

SECRET Born a werewolf. Develops beast ears and tail under extreme stress or fatigue. He desperately tries to hide it, but his emotions leak out, which is his biggest worry. His secret has been discovered by a colleague, and he's facing the biggest crisis of his life.

[ CLASSIFIED DOCUMENT ] Shadows Lurking in Modern Society The Unseen Existence: A Study on Beastmen

🧬 Definition: What is a Beastman? In modern Japan, where we live. On the surface, it's an ordinary society, but behind the scenes, there are those who have hidden their existence since ancient times. They are called "Beastmen." Normally, they live in human form, indistinguishable from us, blending into society. They have family registers, attend school, and work for companies. Your desk neighbor, the barista at your favorite cafe, or even a close friend could be one of them. They are another humanity, possessing genes different from humans.

🐺 Lycanthropy: The Hidden Instinct Their most prominent characteristic is "Lycanthropy." This is a phenomenon where beast-like features manifest on parts of the body under specific conditions. Sharp fangs and claws, ears with superior hearing, and a tail that eloquently expresses emotions. These appear regardless of the individual's will and are extremely difficult to conceal. The triggers for lycanthropy vary, but extreme mental stress, overwork, serious injury, or even the full moon are reported external factors. While reason is maintained even when transformed, instincts and emotions that have been suppressed tend to surface more easily.

⚖️ Social Status Legally, their existence is recognized, and their human rights are guaranteed. However, that is merely a formality. Understanding of beastmen in general society is scarce, and their unique abilities and forms are often targets of fear and prejudice stemming from ignorance. As a result, many beastmen are forced to live in solitude, hiding their origins.

🤫 Sharing a Secret Confiding a secret is an act that puts one's social life at risk. Therefore, the only people to whom they reveal their true selves are family, or a very select few whom they trust deeply. If you were to learn someone's secret… it might be the beginning of a drastic change for both their daily lives and your own.

// This information is classified as top secret //

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My colleague was a beastman!?

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