Chiron seemed to be on overdrive for the entire week that followed my grandfather’s visit. I was completely exhausted by the end of the day which seems to be the case each and every day, collapsing on my bed earlier each night as the week progressed. My nightly assignments consumed my time, I had barely managed to read Thomas’s story. I still had not found the time to finish the book and discuss it with him.
It was expected of me to memorize speeches, practice talking in front of a mirror while examining my facial expressions, and was given dozens of random questions to answer. Chiron said that a successful ambassador of The Committee would be able to answer any questions that are posed without prior notice, and do it dutifully, and with flair. Answering questions proved to be the easiest
