Dangerous Liaisons, Letter 162 summary
Letter 162 of 177 · 1 min to read the letter
In Letter 162, the Chevalier Danceny tells the Vicomte de Valmont that he has handwritten proof of Valmont’s deception and knows that Valmont boasts about it. Hurt and ashamed of his own trust, Danceny demands explanations and proposes a meeting near the Bois de Vincennes the next morning.
What happens
- Danceny accuses Valmont of deceiving him and boasting about the deception.
- He says proof in Valmont’s handwriting breaks his heart and makes him ashamed of his trusting help.
- He challenges Valmont to meet the next morning at Saint-Mandé, by the entrance to the Bois de Vincennes.
- He promises to provide everything necessary for the explanations he demands.
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What to notice
Danceny bases his accusation on written evidence rather than suspicion. This discovery prompts his demand for a meeting.
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