A Meeting in the Dark: A Loss of Priorities In "A Meeting in the Dark" by Ngugi wa Thiong`o a young boy is facing a serious situation and is depicted in the process. All the characters have opposing personalities. This story shows how a loss of priorities can result in tragedy, John’s his relationship with his father, his selfishness, actions toward Wahumu, and irresponsibility resulted in the loss of a life, perhaps two. John’s relationship with his father is one that is fearful. In the beginning of the story John is thinking of how strict and judgmental his father, Stanley, is