You stupid jackass," Ian said."Who's got the crush on a worm, bro? You gonna call me stupid?
In a tense moment from Stephen Meyer's novel "The Host," Ian expresses his frustration by calling someone a "stupid jackass." His remark highlights the conflict between characters and hints at underlying emotions regarding relationships and perceptions of one another. There’s also a sense of irony in his challenge, questioning who really has feelings for someone who's considered unworthy.
Ian's use of sarcasm, particularly in asking about a "crush on a worm,"...