He never spoke of that night again, not to your mother, not to anyone else. He was ashamed for her, for Mickey, for himself. In the hospital, he stopped speaking altogether. Silence was his escape, but silence is rarely a refuge. His thoughts still haunted him.'~pg 139
The character in the story is deeply affected by a traumatic event, leading him to remain silent about it for the rest of his life. He felt shame regarding the incident and couldn't bring himself to discuss it with his family or anyone else. This silence acts as a form of escape for him, although it ultimately fails to provide true solace.
In the hospital, his choice to stop speaking symbolizes his internal struggle and inability to confront his feelings. Despite the silence, his mind remains troubled by haunting thoughts, indicating that avoidance does not equate to healing. His experience illustrates the complexity of dealing with shame and pain.
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