I don't really know, he said. He glanced at me, one eyebrow raised. Does that sound unfeeling? I couldn't say, I said, a little tartly. Surely you'd know better than I whether you had feelings for her or not. I did, yes. He let his head fall back on the pillow, his thick fair hair loose about his shoulders. Or I do, perhaps. That's why I came, do you see? No, I can't say that I do.
In this passage from "Drums of Autumn," the characters engage in a conversation that reveals emotional complexities. One character is questioning their own feelings, expressing uncertainty about their affections for someone else. This ambiguity leads to a back-and-forth where the other character challenges him, suggesting he should have a clearer understanding of his emotions.
The dialogue captures a moment of vulnerability and introspection as the characters navigate their feelings. The physical...
