New Character: Drummle
* Introduced as a suitor for Estella: He is described as a boorish, arrogant, and ill-mannered young man who is attracted to Estella's beauty and aloofness.
* Represents a threat to Pip's feelings for Estella: His presence further complicates Pip's already complex relationship with Estella, who shows no interest in him and even mocks his attempts to win her affection.
* Foils Pip's character: Drummle's crude demeanor and lack of refinement contrasts sharply with Pip's own aspirations and desire for social advancement. This highlights the potential consequences of Pip's pursuit of an unattainable and ultimately uncaring woman.
New Conflict: Competition for Estella's affections
* Pip faces competition for Estella's love: Drummle's arrival creates a rival for Pip's affections, adding a sense of urgency and frustration to Pip's pursuit of Estella.
* Estella's cruelty is amplified: Estella's deliberate and playful manipulation of both men, leading them to compete for her attention, reveals the depth of her cruelty and her ability to use men for her own amusement.
* Sets the stage for further drama and tension: The introduction of this new conflict promises further complications and challenges for Pip as he navigates his feelings for Estella and the growing distance between them.
These additions significantly impact the narrative, creating a sense of mounting tension and foreshadowing the future challenges Pip will face in his pursuit of love and happiness.