Furthermore , as the novel progresses , it is evident that Viktor and Marya Ivanovna , Sokolov 's wife , have feelings for each other .
It is implied , too , that he resents Victor 's scientific breakthrough slightly .
As the novel progresses , it is evident that Viktor and Marya Ivanovna , Sokolov 's wife , have feelings for each other .
It is implied , too , that he resents Victor 's scientific breakthrough slightly .