Bel Ami、Chapter 7の要約

起こる出来事

1. After La Plume accuses him of dishonesty, Duroy investigates Dame Aubert’s case and publishes a signed denial.
2. Langremont answers with a personal insult, and Walter sends Duroy to Rival, who arranges a pistol duel with Boisrenard.
3. Duroy spends the night fearing death, abandons a letter to his parents, and drinks brandy to steady himself.
4. At Vesinet, both opponents fire and neither suffers injury, leaving Duroy overwhelmed with relief and confidence.
5. Walter praises Duroy, and Mme. de Marelle summons him after reading about the duel.
6. Duroy denies his sleepless fear and agrees to occupy their meeting rooms, promising not to bring other women there.

このchapterの中で

注目するポイント

The sentence separates Duroy’s willingness to fight from his involuntary terror. His private struggle contrasts with the bravery others praise.

簡単な確認