The Catacombs of Saint Sebastian — Entering the Hidden Passage Beneath the Campagna (The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 37 – Part 12)

In The Count of Monte Cristo, the approach to the catacombs begins as Franz and the Count follow Peppino into the darkness beyond the Appian Way. They descend into a narrow valley where a sentry stands watch, then pass through a concealed opening among rocks and brush that leads underground.   Inside, the passage tightens and slopes downward, forcing them forward step by step until another guard challenges their advance. Peppino answers, and the way is cleared.   The descent continues, as they move deeper toward the place where Albert is held.   ⸻   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.