Did he ever--try?'Mingus shrugged. 'He was like you.'What's that mean?'Means he tried.'Of course. The ring was not a neutral tool. It judged its wearer: Aaron Doily flew drunkenly, and Dylan flew like a coward, only when it didn't matter, at the Windles' pond. So if had attuned to Robert Woolfolk's chaos.Don't tell me,' said Dylan. 'He flew sideways.'Mingus left it vague. He'd always made it his habit to protect their honor against one another--Dylan, Arthur, Robert. To say nothing.
In the conversation, Mingus reflects on the nature of flight and the challenges his friends face. He compares their attempts at flying to different personalities and attitudes, indicating that the success or failure of their efforts is tied to their character. Aaron Doily's reckless flying contrasts with Dylan's fear and lack of confidence, highlighting how one's disposition can affect their abilities.
Mingus protects the integrity of his friends by leaving details unspecified about Robert Woolfolk's struggle, noting that it isn't just about the physical act of flying, but the emotional and psychological factors at play. The ring, which serves as a metaphor for judgment, reinforces the idea that each person's unique chaos influences their fate in life.
