Kaylee, I agree that things take a turn for the worse. The kite competition brings honor and happiness, however it is only temporary. Remember that Amir did not win the tournament alone, he was able to win with the help of Hassan. It is rewarding to see his efforts and his determination finally pay off, but this is all shattered after he witnesses the rape of his best friend. I feel that Amir’s failure to intervene was a result of his own insecurities and cowardice. In fact, I don’t think the situation would have been any better if Amir had decided to intervene. Running away was his only way of dealing with the situation at the moment. It is truly traumatizing for both Hassan and Amir. I think that we forget to picture Amir’s point of view as a witness because our sympathy towards Hassan gets in the way. Yes Kaylee, I do feel that Amir has a grudge against Hassan as a result of his envy, however, I do not think it is so great that he would want to see him endure rape.
I think it is harsh to say that Amir is evil. It is clear that his longing for affection from Baba comes first above all, however, he still values his friendship with Hassan at times. I feel that you are forgetting the trauma that Amir endured in witnessing the rape of his best friend and how everyone copes with trauma differently. Amir chooses to isolate himself because seeing Hassan will bring up the feelings of guilt and disgust he feels for not having done anything. In other words, Amir is not completely emotionless. He feels regret, however, I would understand his reaction to "flight" in this fight-or-flight situation.
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