Why does Rowdy tell Junior that his sister’s death was his fault, and how does this make Junior feel?

Answer 1

Rowdy tells Junior that his sister's death was his fault because he believes that if he hadn't let Junior leave the reservation, she wouldn't have been killed in the accident. Rowdy blames himself for not protecting Junior and feels guilty for what happened.

This revelation makes Junior feel an overwhelming sense of guilt as well. He internalizes the blame and questions whether he is responsible for his sister's death. He feels a deep pain and struggles with the weight of the burden placed on him by Rowdy's accusation. Junior's self-esteem and self-worth take a hit as he wrestles with this guilt and tries to come to terms with the idea that his actions led to such a tragic outcome.