Jonas nodded. During the past year he had been aware of the increasing level of observation.
In school, at recreation time, and during volunteer hours, he had noticed the Elders watching him and the other Elevens.
He had seen them taking notes. He knew, too, that the Elders were meeting for long hours
with all of the instructors that he and the other Elevens had had during their years of school.
“So I expected it, and I was pleased, but not at all surprised, when my Assignment was announced as Nurturer,” Father explained.
“Did everyone applaud, even though they weren’t surprised?” Jonas asked.
“Oh, of course. They were happy for me, that my Assignment was what I wanted most. I felt very fortunate.” His father smiled.
“Were any of the Elevens disappointed, your year?” Jonas asked.
Unlike his father, he had no idea what his Assignment would be. But he knew that some would disappoint him.
Though he respected his father’s work, Nurturer would not be his wish. And he didn’t envy Laborers at all.
His father thought. “No, I don’t think so. Of course the Elders are so careful in their observations and selections.”
“I think it’s probably the most important job in our community,” his mother commented.
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