I had been right, I was still right, I was always right. I had lived my life one way and I could just as well have lived it another. I had done this and I hadn't done that. I hadn't done this thing but I had done another. And so?
The protagonist contemplates his life choices, reflecting on the certainty of his beliefs. He expresses a sense of unwavering correctness in his decisions, suggesting a deep internal struggle with the paths he has taken and those he hasn't. This introspection highlights a philosophical exploration of meaning and existence, as he considers the weight of his actions and inactions.
Camus uses this moment to emphasize the absurdity of life, where the significance of choices can often feel arbitrary. The character’s mantra of being right illustrates a conflict between subjective experience and the inherent randomness of existence. Ultimately, it leaves the reader questioning the value and implications of certainty in a world devoid of clear answers.
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