What is the conflict in the "Hunters in the Snow?"

The main external conflict in “Hunters in the Snow” by Tobias Wolff exists between Tub and his so-called friend, Kenny. The other character, Frank, is also part of the conflict through much of the story but becomes Tub’s ally as the conflict resolves itself. Throughout the story of the three hunters, Tub is ridiculed for his weight and left to survive the hunting trip on his own while Frank and Kenny bond together bound by a secret. They leave Tub to struggle through the woods and snow during the unsuccessful hunt. Kenny mocks Tub for his inability to keep up with the others. Frank acts as an accomplice to Kenny therefore; he is part of the conflict. Tub carries the weight of the ridicule until he shoots his gun and hits Kenny. As Tub and Frank begin to take Kenny to the hospital, they bond over shared secrets, and the conflict between the two of them is resolved. Through their bond, they deal with the conflict with Kenny in a most unfortunate way.