Chapter 52: Chapter 52

VII The First and Rightful Lover With his long, rapid strides, Mitya walked straight up to the table. “Gentlemen,” he said in a loud voice, almost shouting, yet stammering at every word, “I … I’m all right! Don’t be afraid!” he exclaimed, “I—there’s nothing the matter,” he turned suddenly to Grushenka, who had shrunk back in her chair towards Kalganov, and clasped his hand tightly. “I … I’m coming, too. I’m here till morning. Gentlemen, may I stay with you till morning? Only till …