What bad habits did Aksionov have before his marriage?
Aksionov used to drink a lot, was riotous, and was involved in illegal activities before his marriage
Why did Makar disclose that he had killed the merchant?
Makar disclosed that he had killed the merchant because he felt ashamed of himself . He felt pity over Aksionov . Aksionov saved Makar from the Governer though he was a victim of Makar's crime.
Makar disclosed that he had killed the merchant because he realized his mistake and Aksionov's suffering and now he wanted to make Aksionov release from the prison.