In this section of reading, Rearden is exposed to Francisco's views on the world. Rearden is put on trial for a reason that should not be a crime, and Francisco comes to visit him about it. Now is the first time in the entire book that the title begins to come into play, "Atlas Shrugged", Atlas from Greek Mythology, is the god who is condemned to hold the world on his shoulders for all of eternity. Francisco relates Rearden to Atlas, as the punishments that are being put on him are all in his head, he is the one allowing these unfair punishments to be put on him and he should realize this.
Now inspired by Francisco, Rearden destroys the prosecution in the courtroom, and all charges are dropped. His entire view on the world is being changed, he realized that he only feels guilty because he allows people to make him feel that way. But now especially towards his family, if they are putting their burdens all on him, he should just shrug.
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