The use of a lottery device in this stanza creates a sense of randomness and chance, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of the situation. By describing the hands as "laid on other a staying hand," the poet is highlighting the interconnectedness of the characters and the way in which their decisions and actions are intertwined. The placement of hands on top of each other suggests a sense of unity and dependency, as well as a potential element of control or manipulation. This adds to the tone of tension and suspense in the stanza, as the outcome of the lottery device could have significant consequences for the characters involved.
