This is a good observation. The General reveals to Rainsford that Rainsford himself will be the hunted in page 11-15 of the story. So, your observation is correct. There is a delay in introducing the main conflict. The main reason for this is to keep Rainsford in suspense and study his reaction.
Taking notes while she writes
Answer: I broke one of my bones and I was at the hospital
Explanation:
Answer:
Let him be scolded by me.
or
He will be scolded by me.
Anxiety was the problem he actually had a very serve case of it. Which lead to death unfortunately