I would prefer to be left alone here,” said Bartleby, as if offended at being mobbed in his privacy. “That’s the word, Turkey,” said I—”that’s it.” “Oh, prefer? oh yes—queer word. I never use it myself. But, sir, as I was saying, if he would but prefer—” “Turkey,” interrupted I, “you will please withdraw.” “Oh certainly, sir, if you prefer that I should.”
what were been affected are not just their language, but also their thoughts. They started to be changed without even notice. The author throws a slide of hope, plants a thought of the "evil" will eventually turns into "good". but instead, they kick "Bartleby" out off the game, because what right makes them feel uncomfortable. Another human nature.