However, he finds himself unable to achieve peace as several of his friends visit him asking him to join their activities or loan them something.
Just as he appears to have some peace, Fletcher notices that there is a wooden hobby horse in his cell, made by elderly prisoner Blanco Webb.
The men converse about the United States penal system, before Mr Barrowclough leaves to resume his patrol.
Much to Fletcher's annoyance, the group fail to respect his privacy by asking about his views on prison life due to his criminal record.
Finding himself at breaking point, Fletcher prays to God to let him have some peace, as he fears he may not be responsible for his actions otherwise.