Fritz had to stop himself from interrupting when Karl spoke about the difficulty of working. Stories are just as hard as clocks to put together, and they can go wrong just as easily--as we shall soon see with Fritz's own story in a page or two. Still, Fritz was an optimist, and Karl was a pessimist, and that makes all the difference in the world.
Fritz listened intently as Karl expressed his struggles with the challenges of work, drawing parallels between crafting stories and assembling clocks. Both tasks required precision and could easily go awry, mirroring the intricacies of life and creativity. Fritz held back from interrupting, recognizing the weight of Karl's perspective on the difficulties they faced.
Despite the heaviness of Karl's outlook, Fritz maintained a hopeful view of their situation. This contrast between Fritz's optimism and Karl's pessimism illustrates a significant difference in their approaches to challenges. As their stories unfold, it becomes clear that this dynamic will influence their experiences and reactions to the unfolding narrative.