It was similar to a feeling he used to experience long ago when, after months of translating with the aid of a dictionary, he would finally read a passage from a French novel, or an Italian sonnet, and understand the words, one after another, unencumbered by his own efforts. In those moments Mr. Kapasi used to believe that all was right with the world, that all struggles were rewarded, that all of life's mistakes made sense in the end. The promise that he would hear from Mrs. Das now filled him with the same belief.
Mr. Kapasi recalls a feeling from his past, reminiscent of the joy he felt when he could finally read a passage in a foreign language without needing a dictionary. This experience filled him with a sense of harmony, leading him to believe that every effort reflected in his struggles and every mistake had a purpose. It was a moment that brought clarity and fulfillment, suggesting that understanding could lead to a semblance of peace in life.
As he anticipates hearing from Mrs. Das, this sense of promise resonates within him once again, stirring the same belief that life’s challenges ultimately lead to meaningful rewards. This connection to his past highlights the hope he now feels, as previous experiences guide him toward understanding and fulfillment in his current situation.
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