Pádraic’s beloved miniature donkey, Jenny, chokes on one of the fingers and dies, turning Pádraic's grief into a vengeful rage.

Colm values art and being remembered; Pádraic values being "nice."

In retaliation, Pádraic sets fire to Colm’s house, making sure Colm is inside (though Colm ultimately survives). The Aftermath

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Colm begins carrying out his threat, throwing his severed fingers at Pádraic’s cottage.