Janie finally stands up for herself and embarrasses Joe after he puts her down in front of everyone. After that, their relationship is basically broken and he just gets more angry.
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Janie is starting to feel trapped in her marriage because Joe controls everything she does and doesn’t let her be herself. The mule also kind of represents Janie since it’s treated badly and has no freedom, just like how she feels.
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Joe quickly takes over the town and builds it up his way, while Janie starts to feel distant and controlled in their marriage.
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Janie begins to realize that Logan no longer treats her with love or respect, as he expects her to work like his first wife instead of caring for her the way he used to.
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