The Countdown of Monte Cristo

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Mercédès delivers an unshakable vow—she loves Edmond Dantès and will love no other, even in death. Fernand, seething with jealousy, challenges her devotion, but before he can push further,…

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Pushed to her limit, Mercédès shuts Fernand down once and for all, making it clear that she will never love him. She calls out his jealousy, his veiled threats, and his appeals to fate, re…

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Fernand’s desperation escalates as he accuses Mercédès of rejecting him for wealth and status, twisting her words and trying to make her feel guilty for choosing Dantès. Mercédès, ever res…

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Mercédès firmly rebuffs Fernand’s attempts to pressure her into marriage, countering his claim that Catalan tradition dictates her choice. She lays bare her reality—an orphan with little t…

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Fernand, unable to accept rejection, pleads with Mercédès to marry him, claiming that he has dreamed of it for ten years and cannot live without her. Unmoved, Mercédès firmly reminds him t…

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In this setting-rich chapter, we are introduced to the Catalans, an insular, centuries-old community of Spanish descent living on the outskirts of Marseille. Among them is Mercédès, Edmond…

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As Dantès visits Mercédès, Caderousse and Danglars continue their scheming, now focusing on a potential rival—a strong, dark-eyed Catalan man who frequently accompanies Mercédès. Seizing o…

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As Caderousse and Danglars continue their discussion, their resentment toward Dantès deepens. Caderousse sarcastically remarks that Dantès will be unbearable as captain, while Danglars cry…

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As Dantès departs to see Mercédès, Caderousse and Danglars meet in secret, revealing their growing resentment toward him. Caderousse, stung by Dantès’ success and generosity, complains abo…

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Caderousse, ever the troublemaker, teases Dantès about his engagement to Mercédès, reminding him that she is not yet his wife and that she has plenty of suitors. Though Dantès initially br…

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Dantès explains that he declined M. Morrel’s dinner invitation to see his father sooner, a gesture that deeply moves the old man but raises concerns from Caderousse. While Caderousse sugge…

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As Dantès shares a moment with his father, Caderousse’s arrival takes a subtle turn toward envy and hidden motives. The tailor casts a greedy glance at the pile of coins on the table, prom…

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Caderousse, a tailor and old acquaintance, arrives at the Dantès home with a broad grin and an overly warm greeting for Edmond. Though outwardly friendly, his exaggerated demeanor and ment…

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Edmond Dantès returns home, eager to share his wealth with his father, offering him financial security and small luxuries like smuggled coffee and tobacco. Though grateful, the elder Dantè…

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Edmond Dantès returns home, eager to share his hard-earned money with his father and lift him out of poverty. Though grateful, old Dantès is wary of spending too freely, fearful of what ot…

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Edmond Dantès shares the news of his expected promotion to captain with his father, promising a future of comfort and security. Overwhelmed with joy, the old man suddenly collapses, reveal…

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In this tender chapter, Edmond Dantès reunites with his father after returning from his voyage aboard the Pharaon. Overcome with joy, his father trembles at the sight of his son, while Dan…

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As Edmond Dantès prepares to leave the Pharaon, M. Morrel inquires about his opinion of keeping Danglars aboard if he becomes captain. Dantès diplomatically expresses respect for Morrel’s …

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Edmond Dantès’ dream of becoming captain of the Pharaon seems within reach as M. Morrel expresses his intention to advocate for him with his partner. Overwhelmed with gratitude, Dantès tha…

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Edmond Dantès clarifies that Mercédès is his betrothed, not his mistress, demonstrating his strong values. M. Morrel praises Dantès’ responsibility and devotion to his father while offerin…