An older man who travels with Wilhelm and communicates partially through harmonica playing. He has no money, relies on Wilhelm for fare and lodging, and eventually shocks Wilhelm by revealing his past role in the Holocaust. He expresses guilt over his actions but shows no repentance.
Wilhelm feels profound moral revulsion toward Laertes's unrepentant past.
They remain part of the same traveling group despite underlying friction.
They share the same living space and journey as part of the group.
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