Dangerous Liaisons, Letter 15 summary
Letter 15 of 177 · 3 min to read the letter
In Letter 15, Valmont challenges Merteuil’s exclusive attachment to her chevalier and admits that his own consuming desire amounts to love. When his huntsman discovers that Madame de Tourvel has ordered a servant to investigate him, Valmont decides to give his previously aimless morning rides a useful purpose.
What happens
- Valmont complains of boredom and tells Merteuil that her account of pleasure makes him jealous of her chevalier.
- He demands that she either resume their relationship or take another lover rather than remain devoted to one man.
- He accepts that his consuming pursuit fits a definition of love, despite bringing him little success.
- His huntsman discovers that Madame de Tourvel has instructed a servant to investigate Valmont and follow his morning rides.
- Valmont postpones thoughts of revenge and considers how to turn her surveillance to his advantage.
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What to notice
Valmont treats the discovery of surveillance as an opportunity. He decides to make his conduct serve a calculated purpose rather than merely resent being watched.
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What does Valmont learn from his huntsman?
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