They lay listening. Can you do it? When the time comes? When the time comes there will be no time. Now is the time. Curse God and die. What if it doesn't fire? It has to fire. What if it doesn't fire? Could you crush that beloved skull with a rock? Is there such a being within you of which you know nothing? Can there be? Hold him in your arms. Just so. The soul is quick. Pull him toward you. Kiss him. Quickly.
The passage reflects a deep sense of urgency and existential contemplation. The characters grapple with the weight of impending decisions and the very nature of existence. The mention of "When the time comes" signifies a pivotal moment, yet it contrasts with the notion that there may be no time at all. This tension illustrates the struggle between action and inaction, and the fear of potential failure in crucial moments.
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