Amelia stood quietly waiting, her face a bit pale and her low blood sugar making her a little dizzy, looking somewhat pitiful. After about twenty minutes, the atmosphere on the scene became strangely silent, and the people present looked at Amelia with some shocked expressions. After a while, the dozen or so test papers were returned to Professor Lee's hands, and the results came out.
"Amelia, for this assessment, the test paper for chapter fifteen, you only got one question wrong. You really are a genius," Professor Lee said with a solemn tone. "But do you know? I am very disappointed that you left school so abruptly for such a long time."
Amelia could tell it was a genuine disappointment. Professor Lee really had expectations for her. For the sake of a stranger's expectations, she felt a little apologetic, perhaps because she had never enjoyed such sincere expectations from an elder before.
"Professor, it's my fault. My family was injured, and I didn't think much about it at the time. I just hope the school won't expel me. I have no complaints about any other punishment," Amelia said with a hint of supplication.
She could not explain in detail that it was Tyler Davis who was injured, and she could not even provide any evidence that could be verified.
Amelia was proud, a pride that had been passed down from her past life. She never showed weakness or asked for help from anyone. But now, she had put aside her pride, she was not tough, and she only sought an opportunity.
If she had to kneel down and beg for mercy, she would not hesitate.
For Tyler Davis's sake, she could abandon her pride!
Amelia just looked at Professor Lee, knowing that her hope today lay with her.
Professor Lee sighed, and Amelia's heart sank. But then she saw Professor Lee's eyes suddenly become more determined, and she spoke directly to the other people present.
"I will protect her!"
With just these calm and indifferent words, not only Amelia, but even the other people present were stunned.
As the director of academic affairs for so many years, Professor Lee had always been stern and impartial, and sometimes even increased punishments. Otherwise, how could she have obtained the title of "Dehumanizing Woman"? But now she said she would protect Amelia. Who else should say such words if not her?
Amelia stood in place, unable to help but widen her eyes as she looked at this middle-aged woman with a somewhat harsh appearance, her hands tightly clenched into fists at her sides.
Everyone looked at Professor Lee with some disagreement, and the bald man couldn't help but speak out in opposition. "Director, why? She left school without permission. Why do you want to protect her? And... what about your evaluation..."
"It doesn't matter, I have already made up my mind. You don't need to say anything anymore!" Professor Lee said lightly, then turned to Amelia and said, "Follow me."
Amelia followed Professor Lee silently and arrived at a separate office.
"Amelia, do you know why I decided to keep you?" Professor Lee spoke gently.
The kind and gentle tone was a stark contrast to the sharp and cold demeanor that earned him the nickname "Dehumanizing Woman" from others.
Amelia shook her head. She wasn't familiar with Professor Lee, and their only interaction was in class. She wondered if this was because he recognized her talent, but judging from the expressions of the administrative staff earlier, she guessed that there must be a price to pay for being kept.
Professor Lee suddenly smiled wistfully. "I can tell from your previous exams that you are much smarter and calmer than I imagined. As for why I kept you, it's because I want to find a successor for my husband, Old Brooks!"
Amelia was confused. Who was Old Brooks, and what kind of successor was he looking for?
Professor Lee's expression turned gentle yet sorrowful. "Old Brooks is my husband. He devoted his life to neurosurgery research, but now he is sick and unwilling to leave the Saint Hua Medical Research Institute. His greatest regret is that he doesn't have a disciple to carry on his research. I want... to let you be his apprentice."
Amelia's eyes widened, not sure if she was surprised or delighted.
Seeing Amelia's reaction, Professor Lee became sharp again. "You can think about it. I know that it's difficult for a girl to study neurosurgery, but I don't have much time left. You can either agree or leave Saint Hua!"
Professor Lee's words were almost threatening, implying that if Amelia didn't agree, she would be expelled.
However, after hearing his words, Amelia almost burst out laughing. She had been studying neurosurgery diligently precisely for this opportunity. What were these conditions compared to such an opportunity?
Amelia took a deep breath and looked at Professor Lee sincerely. "Thank you, Professor. I'm very willing."
Thank you for keeping me at Saint Hua, and thank you for giving me the chance to get in touch with the Saint Hua Medical Research Institute in advance.
Professor Lee's gaze softened as he looked at Amelia. "Do you know how hard and tiring research can be, especially in the field of surgery where there are so few girls?"
"I know, but it's what I've been hoping for." Amelia said solemnly.
Amelia never expected that instead of punishment, she would be blessed with such good luck.
"Okay, I will apply for the position of research assistant for you, so you can enter the medical research institute to learn some basic knowledge. You must also complete your studies within one year as you said. He doesn't have much time to wait for you! Can you do it?"
"I can do it, and I'm in a hurry," Amelia replied firmly.
"Okay, then I'll keep you!" Professor Lee decided.
Amelia felt that she was incredibly lucky to have such good fortune. She had heard rumors that Professor Lee was irritable because of his failed relationship, but now it seemed that the rumors were not true.
This legendary dehumanizing woman was willing to threaten others for her husband!
Professor Lee looked at Amelia with satisfaction. She had not chosen anyone else before, either because they couldn't handle the pressure or were not calm and attentive enough. Old Brooks was also annoyed, this was probably the last time she would help him choose someone.
From the previous several hours of assessment, Amelia was calm enough and intelligent enough. Professor Lee was looking forward to her. Her husband didn't have much time left, and he hoped this child could make it in time.
"Go back to class, I'll take care of your leaving arrangements," he said.
"Thank you, Professor. Can I have a candy, please!" Amelia suddenly knelt down on the ground, feeling dizzy and uncomfortable.
"What's wrong with you?" Professor Lee was startled. "Quick, come with me to the medical room."
"No need, I'm okay. I just have low blood sugar."
Professor Lee immediately found some candy from the drawer and poured her a glass of water.
Amelia gradually calmed down.
Suddenly, Professor Lee felt that the choice of candidate this time was right. Amelia's calmness was even stronger than she had imagined. She had suffered from low blood sugar, but she managed to endure it until the end of the assessment.