Does Maslova marry Nekhludoff?

Nekhludoff offers marriage as atonement; Maslova initially wavers then refuses — will not enter union powered by his remorse. On march she partners with Simonson, political exile who respects her faith and freedom. Tolstoy denies romantic closure that would tidy class violence.

Nekhludoff accepts loss as part of resurrection — learning love is not possession. Ending challenges readers expecting Anna Karenina-style passion payoff.