Question

And then in the midst of the teaser come of reason what does Douglas means by touch of reason

Answer 1

Reason told him to jump when he hit the bottom as he felt the tiles under him, he jumped with everything he had. But the jump made no difference. A mass of yellow water held him. Stark terror took an even deeper hold on him. He shook and trembled with fright. His arms and legs wouldn't move. He tried to call for help, but nothing happened.

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