Cyprian was captivated by eyes, but only by those that looked away, with either indifference or active distaste. It was not enough for her to return his gaze. She must then direct her own to other matters. It sent him into a swoon. It got him through that day and part of the next sometimes.
In Thomas Pynchon's "Against the Day," Cyprian finds himself deeply intrigued by the eyes that avoid his gaze. He is not drawn to those who look directly at him; rather, it is the indifference or even disdain in their averted eyes that captivates him. This complex attraction drives his emotions and reactions, making the act of being slighted or disregarded surprisingly enchanting for him.
This fascination is so profound that it...
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