But it happened to us. At first you ask why-why did this happen to us? Then you realize, and try to accept, there is no why." Lori leaned her head to Ira's shoulder. "An evil person does evil things. There is no why.
The characters Lori and Ira confront the harsh reality of experiencing something traumatic. Initially, they grapple with the question of why such events occur, trying to find a rationale or meaning behind the evil actions inflicted upon them. This struggle reflects a common human response to tragedy, seeking understanding in the chaos.
However, as they process their situation, they come to an unsettling clarity: there may be no explanation for the evil that people do. This acceptance leads to a deeper comprehension that not everything has a motive or justification, and sometimes, one must simply acknowledge the presence of evil in the world without needing to understand it.
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