Look, I'll tell you the whole story, everything, but first let me dry off and put on some clothes, please?''No, you stay right there.' The man rose and reached for the toilet paper. 'In my experience,' he said, hoisting his checkered kilt, 'men who are buck naked and scared nutless tend to be more forthcoming. They tend to have better memories.
In this excerpt from Carl Hiaasen's "Sick Puppy," a man is reluctant to share the full story until he has finished drying off and dressing, indicating he prefers to be presentable before talking. The other person insists he stay put, suggesting that being unclothed and vulnerable might make him more honest and open about what he knows. The dialogue hints at a mix of humor and a desire for candidness.
As the man gets ready, he mentions that in his experience,裸 men who are scared or nude tend to remember details better and be more truthful. This comment adds a humorous tone and reveals some of the character's beliefs about honesty and vulnerability, setting a tone of cautious trust and curiosity about the story he's about to share.
