Frank often alludes to his deep connection with Eric, and this memory is a clear illustration of how close the brothers were as children. As a narrator Frank has displayed little emotion, and little care for people other than himself. However, he does genuinely care about his brother, to the point where he could not, as a child, even play-act his brother’s death. Eric was so important to him that the thought of something bad happening to him was enough to bring Frank to tears.  Frank, who play-acted regret and shock after he murdered his brother and cousin, felt genuine…