The Meek One

Main Characters and Their Development

• The main character is an unnamed narrator who owns a pawnshop. He is a reserved person, prone to self-analysis and reflection. At the beginning of the work, he appears as someone trying to justify his actions and understand what led to the tragedy. As the plot develops, he realizes his guilt and responsibility for what happened, and his inner world is revealed through his thoughts and memories.
• The Meek One is a young girl, the wife of the main character. She is portrayed as quiet, submissive, and defenseless, yet possessing inner strength and dignity. Throughout the narrative, her tragic fate, suffering, and despair are revealed, ultimately leading to her suicide. Her character serves as a catalyst for the narrator's self-revelation and realization.