Such a semi-attached relationship does not conduce to much mutual understanding.
The remainder of our hero's uneventful existence calls for no particular comment.

As soon as he has children borne him he is raised ipso facto from the position of a common soldier to that of a subordinate officer in the family ranks.

But his opportunities for the expression of individuality are not one whit increased.

He has simply advanced a peg in a regular hierarchy of subjection.

From being looked after himself he proceeds to look after others.