In the novel Of Mice and Men, by John
Steinbeck , the characters of George and Lennie do share an unusually strong bond where
they altruistically take care of each other for the sake of keeping each other safe and
protected.
Keep in mind, however, that George and Lennie
are cousins. They may as well be each other's only family. This is what leads the reader
to realize that blood is, indeed, thicker than water. Yet, despite of this bond, the two
men seem to want more than just to protect a friendship: They safeguard
it.
This being said, we cannot set aside the fact that
George is completely aware of the danger Lennie poses for himself and others. Already
George has suffered from the consequences of Lennie's involuntary actions. It is because
he has spent a lifetime trying to help Lennie that he now sees this duty as second
nature.
Hence, the relationship between George and Lennie
is a combination of duty, affection, family bond, responsibility, and
loyalty.
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