There was a sharp crack from somewhere on the mountain. Then another. It's just a tree falling, he said. It's okay. The boy was looking at the dead roadside trees. It's okay, the man said. All the trees in the world are going to fall sooner or later. But not on us.
A sudden noise echoed from the mountain, resembling a sharp crack, which worried the boy. Despite his concern, the man reassured him that it was just a tree falling. This moment highlights the boy's fear amidst their harsh environment, while the man tries to provide comfort with his calming words.
The man's statement about trees ultimately falling reflects a deeper sentiment about the inevitability of nature and fate. He suggests that while destruction is a part of life, they are safe for the moment. This interaction emphasizes the themes of survival and the bond between the characters in a world filled with uncertainty.
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