Guilt is a recurring theme in Act II Scene ii. In this scene, Macbeth feels guilty about killing Duncan and his servants. This is demonstrated when Macbeth blames himself as a murderer, saying “Macbeth does murder sleep- the innocent sleep” (II.ii 48-49). In addition, Macbeth refuses Lady Macbeth’s request to smear blood over the servants, saying “I’ll go on no more. I am afraid to think what I have done.” (II.ii 65-66). Macbeth regrets murdering Duncan because he is a “worthy thane” (II. ii 58) as Lady Macbeth calls him. Macbeth is a loyal thane. He feels regret because he is a high-class warrior who values the king’s role in society. Moreover, Macbeth believes that his guilt can turn “the multitudinous seas incarnadine” (II.ii 79). However,
