the last rung on the ladder ne demek?

"The Last Rung on the Ladder" is a short story by Stephen King, originally published in the collection "Night Shift" in 1978. It is a heartbreaking tale about a man named Dave who reflects on his estranged relationship with his younger sister, Kitty. As children, they had a close bond, but as they grew older, they grew apart. Dave regrets not being there for Kitty when she needed him most and is haunted by the image of her on the "last rung of the ladder", a moment where she nearly fell from a high ledge and he barely saved her. The story explores themes of regret, loss, and the importance of familial relationships.