Dangerous Liaisons, Letter 82 summary
Letter 82 of 177 · 4 min to read the letter
In Letter 82, Cécile Volanges answers Chevalier Danceny’s unhappy letter by defending her devotion and explaining how closely her mother watches her. She describes the difficulty of exchanging letters, stresses her dependence on M. de Valmont, and asks Danceny to reassure her by writing quickly.
What happens
- Cécile says Danceny’s letter brings tears rather than the comfort she expects.
- She fears his complaints mean his love is weakening and explains why she cannot speak privately with M. de Valmont.
- She describes her mother’s daily scolding and the precautions needed to receive and write letters.
- She renews her promise of lasting love and contrasts Danceny’s distress with his earlier assurances.
- She asks him to preserve the letters her mother returns and to send a reassuring reply soon.
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What to notice
Cécile presents her practical efforts and risks as evidence of devotion. She wants Danceny to recognize these efforts rather than question her love.
Quick check
Why does Cécile sometimes interrupt her afternoon writing?
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