The Fifth of September (The Count of Monte Cristo — Chapter 30, Part 17)

Before the tower of Saint-Jean, unmistakable and fully alive, sails a ship bearing the name The Pharaon, Morrel & Son, of Marseilles. Morrel and Maximilian embrace on the pier as the city erupts in applause, witnessing the salvation of a man who, moments earlier, believed himself doomed. Hidden behind a sentry-box, an unknown man with a black beard watches with quiet satisfaction. Speaking softly so only the sea might hear, he blesses Morrel for the goodness he has shown in life and expresses a desire that his own part in this rescue remain forever hidden.   Links Explore every chapter and insight: https://countdownofmontecristo.com Join the reader community on Discord: https://discord.gg/Sg2prdm Support the project and unlock bonus readings: https://patreon.com/gruntworkpod Watch daily readings on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@countdownofmontecristo   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.