FALLING FOR THE UNEXPECTED
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Lena's pov
Ntsika responded quickly, and we started chatting back and forth. The conversation flowed easily, like we were old friends.
Ntsika asked me about my favorite books and authors, and we geeked out over our shared love of literature. I found myself laughing and feeling more at ease than I had in weeks.
As the conversation went on, Ntsika asked me more serious questions. "Lena, can I ask you something?" he said.
"Of course," I replied.
"What do you really want?" he asked. "Not what you think you should want, or what others want for you. What do you truly desire?"
I hesitated, unsure of how to respond.