The Carnival at Rome — Costumes Arranged and Violets Kept for Tomorrow (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 36 – Part 7)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, plans for the next day’s Carnival continue as Franz and Albert seek Roman peasant costumes. Signor Pastrini refuses the idea of last-minute tailoring but promises ready-made disguises by morning, assuring them their wishes will be met.   Back in their rooms, they lay aside their costumes and dine, noting the contrast with the Count’s table, while his carriage remains at their disposal. Albert carefully preserves the bouquet of violets, holding it as a sign for what may come.   Preparation replaces spectacle, as intention carries forward into the next day.   ⸻   New to the journey? Start from the beginning at: http://countdownofmontecristo.com   Want to talk theories, themes, or betrayals? Join the conversation on our Discord: https://discord.gg/Sg2prdm   Support the project on Patreon and receive full-length, story-only audio after each chapter: https://patreon.com/gruntworkpod   Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or follow along on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf3vyewhvQugX5M3oREl57A   ⸻   The Countdown of Monte Cristo is a daily podcast reading one page at a time from Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel — every day, for four years. Whether you’re starting from the beginning or joining mid-journey, each episode brings you deeper into the story of The Count of Monte Cristo.