Man gives hitchhiker a lift home-and is shocked by the news the next day

 Carter briefly considered asking a friend for advice, someone to talk to that might clear up his confusion, but then he wondered: would anyone really understand?Who could help me navigate this complicated situation without judgment? The idea of involving someone was inherently risky, adding weight to an already difficult decision. Still, the desire for someone to listen, someone I could share my thoughts with, became irresistible.