What struggle is an example of external conflict that occurrs in The Bet by Anton P. Chekhov?

An example of external conflict in "The Bet" is the disagreement between the banker and the lawyer regarding the significance of material wealth and solitary confinement. The banker believes that material wealth is the key to a fulfilling life, while the lawyer argues that knowledge and intellectual pursuits are more valuable. This conflict drives the wager they make about the value of material wealth versus freedom.