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Sammy sits in the reception area and waits for his turn to see the doctor. His mind wanders, as he reflects on the pointlessness of just waiting and hoping things will turn out okay. He suddenly realizes someone has sat down beside him, and a voice asks whether he is looking for a 'rep' (someone to represent his case for a commission payment). The man seems to know all about Sammy and his situation. Sammy asks the man to go away, but he is persistent and when Sammy's name is called he grabs his wrist and warns him that the doctor can be awkward and that he must stick to his story.

The doctor questions him about his blindness and his eyesight before he became blind. He conducts some basic tests and confirms that Sammy does not respond. He questions him...