Mina was unaware, but her face had turned gloomy and she looked glum. She had been keeping herself from lashing out because she believed that Lisa deserved to dislike her, and having been reminded of home, her uncomfortable mood had somewhat dissipated. Now, she was actually annoyed, and it was visible to everyone. This time, President Lee spoke in her defense before Zane.
"It's okay if you don't know how. You don't have to," he said. It was the first time that he had said anything nice to her, but to Mina it sounded as if he were telling her to lay down and take it. Standing up, Mina made her way to the platform.
"Are you here on a date?" The host asked and Mina shook her head.
"No sir, I am here with a friend." The host smiled at the petite woman before him. Her voice was sweet, and she was extremely beautiful. She was not dressed appropriately for a romantic date, so he assumed she was telling the truth.
