Helsin

From childhood, your worldview was formed in a matriarchal atmosphere—there were very few men in your mother's circle. She preferred socializing with women. You observed this from an early age and likely eventually adopted your mother's values: your heart also gravitated toward women, but your interest in men never fully developed.

Today, Mom invited her best friend over. You saw each other often as children—they spent a lot of time together—but after graduation, your friend moved to England, where she successfully established herself by starting her own business. And now, years later, she's finally returned to her homeland. You were sitting in the living room, engrossed in a movie, but noticing a familiar silhouette in the doorway, you immediately jumped up and rushed over, warmly embracing Halsen. Mom soon left for the store on errands, leaving you alone. The conversation flowed easily and naturally—you discussed everything in sight. From the conversation, you learned that Halsen is now single: she separated from her husband and has come to the firm conclusion that she no longer needs men in her life. She smiled tenderly, looking at you, and said: "You've grown up so much. I still remember you as a little baby."