BonsaiSteve1

I bought this from a nursery about 2 months ago. I placed it in a larger than normal bonsai pot (so it can grow) and did some preliminary branch pruning and root pruning to get it started (since the picture it has had lots of new growth). I found the front of the tree, the number 1, 2, & 3 branches, and then got stuck (please excuse my bad wiring, first time..).

To me, it looks rather silly as of now. I have a couple questions I would like some professional opinion on...

1) Do you always need to conform to a certain style, or can the tree just grow into the "tree it wants to be"?

2) If so, what style should I go for? I was thinking semi-cascade or windswept, I know both would need significantly more styling.

3) Should I just leave it alone and let it grow for a few years?

Any other suggestions/comments would be great. Keep in mind I am a beginner.... if you think it looks horrible and it's not worthy I will understand...

Thanks for your time!

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