Myshevsky. I know about that.
Rodion. Then why are you talking about it?
Myshevsky. Times change, circumstances also change…
Rodion. It reminds me of a phrase something like “you cannot enter the same river twice” and other philosophical bullshit. Anyway, you should know my father better. If he has made a decision, he really means that. After all, he is a true philosopher, he can be happy with little.
Myshevsky. If so, go on… keep on living expecting his death. But I can't promise that my offer will be in effect then. This apartment interests me purely as a relic. But there are other architectural relics in this city. And their owners are more open-minded.
Rodion. But why am I to blame?
Myshevsky. Only because you don’t want to look for the problem solutions. You are like an ostrich, that just hides its head in the sand and doesn't think about anything.
Rodion. I do want!
Myshevsky. I guess so… The question is what do you want? Money? I’ve already said that you won't get them from me just like that. And, by the way, a term of the bank loan return is coming one of these days. Are you ready for this?
Rodion. But I was hoping…
Myshevsky. Hoping that I will forgive your debt? Or will pay it myself?
Rodion. Why not? After all, I’ve persuaded my father …
Myshevsky. Don't tell me lies, boy! I know for sure, you didn't even talk to your father about the seance. You were not up to it. You were in a hurry to spend my money. So, you’ve deceived me, saying that your father discusses everything with you before making a decision. In fact, your father thinks you are too young and foolish to listen to your opinion.
Rodion. Rubbish!
Myshevsky. Are you offended? And you want me to apologize to you?
Rodion. Actually, yes.
Myshevsky. There is nothing easier. Give me my money back. And I will apologize. I, Myshevsky will apologize to you, Rodion Golyshkin. Because I really respect people who pay their bills.
Rodion. Could it be some other way?
Myshevsky. How?
Rodion. You don't apologize. And I don't pay. Well, it's not like I don't pay at all, of course. But you give me some period of time.
Myshevsky. And for how long?
Rodion. Well… Let’s see…
Ogranovich. So, these are the words of a truly loving son! He cannot admit that all his hopes for the future are connected with his father’s death.
Myshevsky. Be silent, when I speak, please!.. So I am waiting, Rodion.
Rodion. I don’t know! Dam it! I pledge you!
Myshevsky. That’s something different, my boy. Anyone who asks me for mercy can hope for my forgiveness. Whoever resists me will be destroyed. Remember it!
