By not informing the public about the present danger which he manifested, the countryside, as well as, his own family becomes susceptible to his guilty nature. For example, in chapter twenty-one, Victor states, “Have my murderous machinations deprived you also, my dearest Henry of life?”(Shelley,pg.129) As a result of Victor secluding the imposing danger, his best friend suffered death because of his inability to confess his mistake. However, the consequences of secrecy are portrayed as both unmerciful and unfaltering, with the death of his wife, Elizabeth. For instance, in chapter twenty-two, Victor states, “Those were the last moments of my life during which I enjoyed the feeling of happiness.”(Shelley,pg.142) Frankenstein was a man of great potential, who excelled in the academic field, however this ability does not exclude one from bad