Before I could respond, several of the distinguished medical professionals in the front row began to frown.
I kept my smile steady.
"I want to be a doctor. Don't you?"
Nathan was quick to chime in, calling out the girl.
"Do you think your ability to see clearly is more important than someone giving a presentation? How shameless can you be, comparing yourself to the thousand people here?"
"Nathan!"
Dr. Ken stepped in, trying to stop his son from saying more, but his subtle expression suggested he agreed with what had been said.
The girl, now thoroughly embarrassed, turned red and quickly retreated to her seat. I maintained my composure and took my seat.
Although my spot wasn't dead center, it was clear that the academy had given me special consideration.
I was seated next to Dr. Ke
