We studied plot and character developments throughout this section of Part II of the novel. First, we noted the contrast between Wemmick's personal and professional opinion regarding PIp's plan to lend money to Herbert. We discussed the personal dynamics of lending money to a friend and the difference between Wemmick's personal and professional advice. We further noted Dickens ' use of contrast in depicting the healthy relationship Wemmick has with his girlfriend vs the self destructive relationship Pip insists on pursuing with Estella. In this regard, we carefully parsed the text and discussed Pip's ongoing rationalizations for Estella's cold heartless conduct. Kaitlin astutely noted that notwithstanding Estella's indifference ,she likely does harbor some concern or feelings for PIP as she continues to warn him against expecting any reciprocity of his feelings (or obsession).