“Hassan couldn't read a first grade textbook but he'd read me plenty. That was a little unsettling, but also sort of comfortable to have someone who always knew what you needed” (Hosseini, 51)
Above: Hassan reading a book to Amir
To Amir, Hassan was not only just a servant he treated him like family. It is revealed later on in the novel that he actually was his brother, and he feels guilt for not protecting him in his time of need. Hassan has always been there for Amir and knows all of his needs, and is willing to sacrifice himself for him, while Amir couldn’t do the same.
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