The future of Edmond Dantes seems set fair but he is unaware of the forces working against him.
M. de Villefort defends his position and offers Edmond kindly advice.
King Louis XVIII is alarmed and Edmond's hopes are raised.
Edmond visits the Inn of the Pont du Card and hears news of old friends and enemies.
Edmond acquires an unexpected ally and sets sail for far-off places.
Baron Danglars is disconcerted and Edmond shows unusual interest in high-spirited horses.
Bertuccio identifies a figure from the past and Edmond receives visitors from Italy.
Edmond encourages Baron Danglars' interests in an ultramontane millionaire and persuades him to seek information in Greece.
Albert demands an explanation from an old friend and Mercedes learns the truth.
Edmond urges Maximilian to act on his advice and Cavalcanti proposes a plan.
Edmond resigns to an authority greater than his own and accepts his fate.