Fortune and Fate

The narrative repeatedly emphasizes Bellarion's reliance on luck, chance, and destiny, from his nickname 'the Fortunate' to the 'winds of fate' that carry him into adventures, suggesting that success is as much a product of circumstance as of skill.

Bellarion's journey is marked by chance encounters and his reputation as 'the Fortunate,' suggesting a destiny beyond his control.

Bellarion's chance encounter with Fra Sulpizio and the near-miss of being left behind shape his subsequent history.

Bellarion's chance discovery of the unlocked door, which he perceives as a miracle, highlights the role of fortune in his escape.

Bellarion's escape and encounter with Valeria seem guided by fortune, reinforcing his epithet 'the Fortunate.'