Why did Roger not try to run away later although he had an opportunity to do so

Why did Roger not try to run away later although he had an opportunity to do so Or, Why did the boy in ‘Thank You Ma’am’ not run away though he found the door open ? Class 12 | English (Thank You Maam) 6 Marks

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At first, on being caught by Mrs Jones, Roger pleaded with her to set him free and looked for an opportunity to run away. Later after being taken to Mrs Jones’ house, he got an opportunity to escape as the door which led to the hall was open but he did not feel the urge to. He got another chance to flee with Mrs Jones’ purse when she was busy preparing supper, but he did not do so. Mrs Jones’ kindness, her caring attitude towards him, her addressing him as ‘son’ and above all the unfolding of her past, brought a change in Roger. Motivated by her he did not want to lose her trust again. Hence he did not run away despite getting a few opportunities to do so.