He had been alone in the world and empty for so long. But she filled him full, and so he believed everything that had been taken out of him might have been for a purpose. To clear space for something better.
In the novel "Cold Mountain" by Charles Frazier, the protagonist experiences profound loneliness and emptiness until a woman's presence transforms his existence. Her love and companionship provide him with the fulfillment he had long been missing, leading him to reevaluate his past struggles.
He reflects on his previous hardships, understanding that the pain he endured might have served a greater purpose. This insight suggests that the sacrifices made in his life created the possibility for a deeper connection and the chance for something more meaningful to fill the void he once felt.
