Ndeye, still amazed, took a few steps forward without stopping to contemplate the place, stars in her eyes.
_ Where are we, Aras? she asked without turning around.
_ At the Rukarara, one of the few wonders of the country but also of the continent to have known how to cross the centuries without ever losing their charm, he answered.
_ Thank you for bringing me here. It's indeed a place that inspires calm.
_ You're welcome. The water is very good according to Moha, you can go in for a swim if you want.
_ I... I can't.
_ Why? If it's because of your wounds, don't be ashamed of them. They show what a fighter you are.
_ It's not that.
_ Ah! I forgot you don't have them anymore! Then what is it?
_ It's just... I can't swim. I've never even seen a river this close. So this is my first time.
_ That's no reason to hang your head in shame. Moha can teach you when you're ready.
_ That would be great!
_ By the way, do you want me to tell you a secret?
_ I... Yes.