Regarding the crack on the Puppet's skull, Igor knew its history; one more glance now would confirm everything.
Indeed, their conclusions about such cracks were the culmination of countless days and nights of meticulous observation by Igor and his companions. They had drawn innumerable diagrams, recorded endless features, and made countless comparisons. Though the process might sound vague, almost mad, the results could withstand any scrutiny.
Igor faintly recalled those trials. He would mess up every attempt, yet Teacher Hadi always smiled and told him to try again. His teacher's tolerance made him deeply embarrassed, and the more embarrassed he became, the more flustered and helpless he grew. In the end, it was Teacher Hadi's kindness that saved him. Igor was grateful to have met Teacher Hadi, whose influence on him was profound. Recalling Teacher Hadi at such a critical moment indicated the esteemed position the teacher held in Igor's heart.
