Answer: I find drawing really enjoyable a lot. When I draw, it just takes my mind off of the bad stuff and helps me cool down. When we draw, we can think of lots and lots of creative ideas and maybe show it to others! Also, drawing can help us get better with our emotions, inspire us, or possibly tell stories! Another advantage of drawing is increasing our memories. For example, if you had an upcoming test, exam, etc, you can draw your notes or answers in some sort of form you like, to help remember it.
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I think the answer is trauma bonding. Like when you and someone have been through the same situation or similar situations that were traumatic y of bond because of the shared experience. You can also bond with someone who has shared a positive experience
The narrator foreshadows what happens next by thinking about what would happen when Robert came over. The basic situation is that The narrator's love interest would not fall in love with someone who was Chinese.