The Absence of Monte Cristo
The friends observed that Count de Monte Cristo was notably absent from the proceedings. Debray suggested the Count was worn out and perhaps reluctant to appear publicly after being deceived by the Cavalcanti impostors, who had presented false letters of credit and cheated him of approximately 100,000 francs. Beauchamp added that Monte Cristo could not easily appear as an actor in the drama, since Caderousse had been murdered leaving his house and the famous blood-stained waistcoat containing the incriminating letter had been found at his residence.
Caderousse’s Bloody Waistcoat
The blood-stained waistcoat, containing the letter that had stopped the signature of the marriage contract, served as damning testimony against Benedetto. It connected the false Cavalcanti directly to Caderousse’s murder and served as physical evidence of the crime.
The Court Convenes
The proceedings began as the court officials announced the magistrates’ arrival, prompting the assembled observers to return to their designated places and the formal trial to commence.
第一百十章 The Indictment
Chapter 110 depicts a dramatic courtroom spectacle where Benedetto stands trial for his crimes. The chapter chronicles his unexpected revelation that M. de Villefort is his father, leading to Villefort’s public confession and collapse. The trial adjourns as the courtroom erupts in chaos following these shocking disclosures.
The Court Convenes
The Court Convenes The judges and jury take their places in profound silence. M. de Villefort draws unusual attention and general admiration as he sits in the armchair, casting a tranquil glance around him. His grave and severe face, unmoved by personal griefs, excites something like terror in the observers, who note that he appears to be a stranger to all human emotions.
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