Context:I close my eyes pretending to listen to him and the music but really just trying to get myself to stay calm and not cry before him , I would never let him see me cry , never . " Please say something , " he begs for me but I ca n't seem to muster up any words . My eyes snap open and I open my mouth but nothing comes out .
Question What may be the reason for them not being able to talk ?
Answer:
They are stunned .