THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO - CHAPTERS 68-70

THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO - CHAPTERS 68-70

While these 3 chapters didn't quite contain the roller coaster events that the past few chapters have (have you not felt the floor drop out from under you?), there are still some notable events happening that are resulting in some strong emotions.

First, Albert and Mercedes Morcerf have returned. There is a ball in the plans, and Mercedes has requested that the count attend. I am holding my breath about this meeting. Will the count set aside his mask and allow Edmond to begin to peek out?

Villefort makes good on his word. He is attempting to dig up the count's past. Monsieur l'Abbe and Lord Wilmore, a friend and a foe of the count's, are interviewed. But who are the abbe and Wilmore? None other than our count in costume. My goodness he is a busy man!

Then we come to the ball. Everyone is asking about the count. I love Dumas' description when the count enters. There are men in attendance who are more "handsome," but none that are more "significant." He has certainly set himself up as the pin in the hinge that all society revolves around! We have a couple of revelations. 1- Danglars has lost more money, and 2- Mercedes asks the count to accompany her to the garden. His reaction is priceless. He may be in control of lots of things, but he has failed to gain control of his emotions where Mercedes is concerned.