This chapter provided an interesting twist to the plot. The more that Porfiry persisted with his interrogation on Raskolnikov, the more it appeared that Raskolnikov was about to confess. He was clearly overwhelmed with guilt, as shown by his outburst when Porfiry showed signs of suspicion, but right before he is about to crack and confess to the murders, Nikolai, the suspect that was falsely accused of the murders, rushes out and confesses to killing the pawnbroker and her sister. This was very strange and confusing because no one really has any idea as to why Nikolai would do such a thing when he is not close to Raskolinkov nor is he the actual murderer. At this point in the story, I can not imagine any possible reason as to why he would do such a thing. This major plot twist buys Raskolnikov more time. At the moment, most of the attention is directed toward Nikolai. I believe that Raskolnikov might take this opportunity to run away, but it is also very possible that he will still feel the need to confess and will not be able to live with himself and the guilt until he gets it off his chest. This event was an addition to the never ending coincidences that somehow prolong Raskolnikov's arrest, despite his strange behavior. This chapter also exemplifies the never ending battle between Raskolnikov's pride and his desire to confess. I am curious to see how the story will continue from this point onward and whether or not Raskolnikov will take advantage of this chance that he has been given.
-Gabriel Magalhaes
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