His words gave Amanda a kind of revelation, and her mind uncontrollably drifted in that direction.
Indeed, Lance was right in certain circumstances.
Being chosen by her teacher meant receiving the best nurturing, but it also essentially meant losing herself.
Her teacher, a perfectionist, embodied an overwhelming desire for control; essentially, every aspect of Amanda's life was meticulously arranged by her.
Furthermore, everything had to be completed according to her teacher's orders, and she would not tolerate any mistakes. Any issues would be met with severe punishment.
Or, her teacher would simply lose trust and eliminate the individual. Among all those selected alongside her, only Amanda had persisted. Previously, she had considered this a kind of honor, faithfully carrying out her teacher's instructions.
