Run away with me, said Roseman when the coffee came. Where? she asked. That shut him up.
In the book "The Crying of Lot 49" by Thomas Pynchon, a character named Roseman expresses a desire to escape from reality when he proposes to run away together as they receive their coffee. This bold suggestion highlights a longing for adventure or perhaps a desire to break free from societal constraints.
The interaction between Roseman and his companion takes a turn when she questions the proposal by asking "Where?". This response signifies hesitation and the complexity of their situation, leaving Roseman momentarily speechless. It encapsulates the tension between the yearning for freedom and the challenging realities of life.
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