Dave, my first love, still lingered in my memory. His words, "I don't wish to hurt you," echoed in my mind before he shattered my heart into pieces. We met when I was 18, and I thought he was the one. I gave him my all, but he broke up with me without any reasonable explanation.

Minari's words haunted me: "Should I give this a try?" I liked this new guy, but fear crept in. What if history repeated itself? Maybe he's different, I thought.

Clouded by doubts, I confided in Simi. She showed concern and cautioned me to be careful. "Don't rush into anything, Halita. Take your time. Be careful"

Simi's words soothed my anxious heart. I realized I needed to confront my past to embrace the present. The memories of Dave still lingered, but I was determined to move forward, hoping to find a love that would heal my scars. Maybe Minari is different.