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“Excuse me, sir! Could I ask you a quick question?”
As I strolled through the bustling public square in the heart of the city, my friend and I were enjoying a rare moment of freedom. We had just emerged from an agonizingly lengthy seminar in a nearby building, our minds still reeling from the droning lectures. In our hands, we clutched ice creams — because really, what better way to unwind at 10 PM than indulging in a treat that both our wives would not approve of?
Suddenly our evening was interrupted by the question. We turned to see a young man with short brown hair, dressed like one of the cool kids — sneakers, a graphic tee, and a tilted snapback cap. He radiated a kind of intensity that felt out of place amidst the relaxed vibe of the square.
“Excuse me, sir! Could I ask you a quick question?” he said again.
To be honest, I had a sneaking suspicion that I knew what the question was, and I didn’t want to engage. I just wanted to eat ice cream. Nonetheless, out of curiosity — and perhaps a hint of guilt — I nodded, glancing at my friend, who was clearly amused by the whole situation.
