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…Yet it is never the sole cause of his downfall—that lies in his own choices. This insight prepares us for our next chapter, where we will examine another pillar of the play: the character of Lady Macbeth and her role in the tragedy. Does she share the blame? Is she a victim of her own ambition? The story grows richer with every layer we peel back. For now, reflect on this: if the supernatural represents fate, then Macbeth’s free will is the counterforce. And in the end, free will loses not because fate was stronger, but because Macbeth chose to surrender to his darkest desires. Shakespeare leaves us with a chilling question: what would you have done?