Dangerous Liaisons, Letter 122 summary
Letter 122 of 177 · 4 min to read the letter
In Letter 122, Madame de ROSEMONDE tells the Présidente de TOURVEL that her nephew appears deeply distressed, speaks of forgiveness, and mentions an important matter that may take him to Paris. His unexplained emotion leaves her frightened and puzzled, so she shares the encounter without claiming to understand its connection to Tourvel.
What happens
- Rosemonde assures Tourvel that her nephew faces no immediate danger, but reports an encounter that leaves her uneasy.
- She finds him absorbed in writing among papers and notices his pale face, changed appearance, and sadness.
- When she gently criticizes his withdrawal, he calls it another wrong for which he must make amends.
- He mentions a possible return to Paris, then begs for love and forgiveness while speaking of approaching peace.
- He regains control and ends the visit; Rosemonde sends Tourvel the details but cannot explain his meaning.
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What to notice
Rosemonde’s nephew’s question makes his remorse explicit without identifying those he means. This uncertainty helps explain why Rosemonde finds the encounter so disturbing.
Quick check
Why does Rosemonde avoid asking about the important matter that may take her nephew to Paris?
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