though he is constantly complaining about Lennie, he needs him. George always says he would be better off without Lennie, however, whenever Lennie makes empty threats to leave, George always replies, "No-look! I was jus' foolin', Lennie. 'Cause I want you to stay with me" (Steinbeck 12). George always tries not to be so lonely by talking to Lennie and telling him things even though Lennie doesn't always understand
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