# Cecilia Volanges — Dangerous Liaisons character guide > Cecilia Volanges in Dangerous Liaisons by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Cecilia, the little Volanges, Mademoiselle de Volanges **First appearance:** 0003-letter-1-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay-at-the-convent-of-the-ursulines-of ## Snapshot A convent-raised fifteen-year-old promised to a man she has never met, she confides her first love to a friend while older players close in. ## Who they are Cecilia has just left the convent and been handed a future she did not choose: marriage to the wealthy, morose Count de Gercourt, a man old enough to be her father. Into that arrangement steps the young Chevalier Danceny, and her letters to her friend Sophia brim with a love she barely understands and cannot hide. Her innocence makes her the perfect instrument for Merteuil's revenge and Valmont's vanity, and her gradual education in desire becomes one of the novel's most painful arcs. ## Relationships ### [Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/characters/marchioness_de_merteuil) _psychological_ Merteuil acts as a corrupting mentor to the naive Cecilia, using her as a tool for manipulation. ### [Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/characters/viscount_de_valmont) _psychological_ Valmont seduces and corrupts the innocent Cecilia as part of his game with Merteuil. ### [Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/characters/chevalier_danceny) _romantic_ Young, innocent lovers whose relationship is sabotaged and exploited by Merteuil and Valmont. ## In the story ### [Dangerous Liaisons](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/dangerous-liaisons) The innocent young girl targeted for seduction by Valmont and Merteuil. ### [Letter 1: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-1-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay-at-the-convent-of-the-ursulines-of) Narrator of the letter; excited and naive about her new life and upcoming marriage. ### [Letter 2: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount Valmont, at the Castle of ⸻](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-2-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-valmont-at-the-castle-of) Described as a handsome, innocent fifteen-year-old rosebud, recently out of convent, who is to be seduced by Valmont to disgrace her future husband, Gercourt. ### [Letter 3: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-3-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) Narrates her discomfort and self-consciousness at her first social gathering, feeling awkward and blushing under scrutiny. ### [Letter 5: The Marchioness de Merteuil, to the Viscount Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-5-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-valmont) Mentioned as having made a conquest of Danceny; Merteuil suggests she is wild and easily led. ### [Letter 7: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-7-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) The letter's author, expressing her happiness and growing attachment to Danceny. ### [Letter 8: Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-8-presidente-de-tourvel-to-madame-de-volanges) Mentioned as the subject of the proposed marriage to Count Gercourt; Tourvel hopes to form a sisterly friendship with her. ### [Letter 9: Madame de Volanges to the Presidente de Tourvel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-9-madame-de-volanges-to-the-presidente-de-tourvel) Her marriage to Count Gercourt is delayed due to his military orders. ### [Letter 12: Cecilia Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-12-cecilia-volanges-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) The writer; regrets missing the opera and asks Merteuil to pass a message to Danceny. ### [Letter 13: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-13-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient of the letter; Merteuil addresses her affectionately and mentions her singing with Danceny. ### [Letter 14: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-14-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) Narrates the letter; expresses frustration at being kept from the opera and Danceny, and reveals her increasing concern with her looks. ### [Letter 16: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-16-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) The letter's author; excited and conflicted after discovering Danceny's hidden letter. ### [Letter 17: The Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-17-the-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) The recipient of Danceny's declaration; he credits her with inspiring his feelings and asks for her reply. ### [Letter 18: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-18-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) The letter's author; she is conflicted, emotional, and rationalizes her decision to write to Danceny despite her friend's advice. ### [Letter 19: Cecilia Volanges to Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-19-cecilia-volanges-to-chevalier-danceny) Writes reluctantly to Danceny, torn between her promise and fear of discovery. ### [Letter 20: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-20-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-viscount-valmont) Merteuil describes her as a promising pupil, already in love with Danceny, whom she plans to corrupt. ### [Letter 25: Viscount Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-25-viscount-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Mentioned briefly as 'little Volanges,' to be discussed later. ### [Letter 27: Cecilia Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-27-cecilia-volanges-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Writes to Merteuil in distress, confessing her secret correspondence with Danceny and seeking guidance. ### [Letter 28: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-28-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) The recipient of Danceny's letter; she is accused of offering only friendship and remaining silent. ### [Letter 29: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-29-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) Writes to Sophia, expressing relief and happiness after receiving Madame de Merteuil's approval and guidance. ### [Letter 30: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-30-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Writes to Danceny, confessing her love and promising to be more open. ### [Letter 31: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-31-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient of Danceny's letter; she has confessed her love and is urged to be less reserved in future meetings. ### [Letter 33: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-33-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Mentioned as progressing well under Merteuil's manipulation. ### [Letter 38: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-38-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-viscount-valmont) Described by Merteuil as naive, naturally duplicitous, and amusing; Merteuil is manipulating her affair with Danceny and her hatred for Gercourt. ### [Letter 39: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-39-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) Expresses melancholy and unease about her arranged marriage to Gercourt, reaffirms her love for Danceny, and relies on Merteuil's friendship. ### [Letter 44: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-44-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Target of Valmont's revenge plot against her mother; he plans to seduce and ruin her. ### [Letter 45: The Presidente de Tourvel to Madame de Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-45-the-presidente-de-tourvel-to-madame-de-volanges) Mentioned as Mademoiselle de Volanges, whom Tourvel hopes to meet soon. ### [Letter 46: The Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-46-the-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) Accused by Danceny of being fickle and deceitful; she has become cold and evasive, avoiding his looks and refusing to arrange a meeting. ### [Letter 47: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-47-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont mentions he will see her at Madame de Volanges' house. ### [Letter 49: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-49-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Writes to Danceny to end their correspondence, citing religious duty and her mother's authority. ### [Letter 51: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-51-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-viscount-valmont) Terrified by confession, she wants to break off with Danceny but is manipulated by Merteuil into meeting him instead. ### [Letter 53: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-53-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Referred to as 'the little Volanges'; Valmont considers her more open and silly. ### [Letter 54: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-54-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Shows affection to Merteuil and appears bashful after the meeting with Danceny; Merteuil finds her susceptible and amiable, planning to model her. ### [Letter 55: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-55-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) Narrates the letter, confessing her renewed affair with Danceny and her emotional turmoil. ### [Letter 57: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-57-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) The target of the seduction scheme; Valmont discusses Danceny's hesitation to compromise her honor. ### [Letter 61: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-61-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) The letter's author, distraught after her mother discovers Danceny's letters. ### [Letter 62: Madame de Volanges to Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-62-madame-de-volanges-to-chevalier-danceny) Mentioned as the daughter whose innocence was exploited and who is now threatened with confinement. ### [Letter 63: Marchioness de Merteuil to Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-63-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-viscount-de-valmont) Target of Merteuil's manipulation; distraught over the discovery of her correspondence but comforted by Merteuil's false promises. ### [Letter 64: The Chevalier Danceny to Madame de Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-64-the-chevalier-danceny-to-madame-de-volanges) The object of Danceny's affection; her letters are at the center of the dispute, and Danceny insists on protecting her secrets. ### [Letter 65: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-65-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) The recipient of the letter; Danceny worries about her grief and seeks her approval of his plans. ### [Letter 66: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-66-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) The 'little one' whose letters Valmont has read and plans to use as leverage. ### [Letter 69: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-69-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Writes a tearful, secret letter to Danceny using a pencil, expressing her love and despair at being separated and betrayed. ### [Letter 70: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-70-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Referenced as 'your pupil'; Valmont promises to advance her affair. ### [Letter 72: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-72-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient; Danceny pleads for her forgiveness and continued love. ### [Letter 73: Viscount de Valmont to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-73-viscount-de-valmont-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient of Valmont's letter; instructed to hide writing materials and act indifferent in company. ### [Letter 75: Cecilia Volanges to Sophia Carnay](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-75-cecilia-volanges-to-sophia-carnay) Narrates the letter, expressing her admiration for Valmont's artfulness and her shyness about her love for Danceny. ### [Letter 76: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-76-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont delivers Danceny's letter to her; she shows surprise and awkwardness but is instructed to hide it. ### [Letter 80: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-80-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) The recipient of the letter; Danceny accuses her of silence and questions whether she still wishes to see him. ### [Letter 81: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-81-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Referenced as one of the 'two children' Valmont brought together, though Merteuil claims the eagerness is due to her own manipulation. ### [Letter 82: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-82-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) The letter's author; she is distressed by Danceny's complaints and describes her efforts to write secretly under her mother's watch. ### [Letter 84: Viscount de Valmont to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-84-viscount-de-valmont-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient of the letter; Valmont addresses her as his 'pretty pupil' and instructs her in deceitful methods to bypass her mother's restrictions. ### [Letter 88: Cecilia Volanges to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-88-cecilia-volanges-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Writes to Valmont, refusing his risky plan for a duplicate key due to fear of her mother's watchfulness. ### [Letter 89: The Viscount de Valmont to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-89-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Described by Valmont as timid and uncooperative, blamed for the slow progress of her affair with Danceny. ### [Letter 92: Chevalier Danceny to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-92-chevalier-danceny-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Subject of Danceny's anxiety; he fears she no longer loves him and recalls her recent difficulties and timidity. ### [Letter 93: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-93-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient of Danceny's letter; accused of distrusting Valmont and being influenced by her mother, with her love and candor questioned. ### [Letter 94: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-94-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Writes to Danceny, defending her actions and expressing hurt over his accusations. ### [Letter 95: Cecilia Volanges to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-95-cecilia-volanges-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Writes to Valmont, agreeing to the key exchange and denying her love for Danceny. ### [Letter 96: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-96-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont's latest conquest; he recounts seducing her in her bedchamber after obtaining the key through manipulation. ### [Letter 97: Cecilia Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-97-cecilia-volanges-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Writes in despair, confessing Valmont's violation and her own conflicted feelings, overwhelmed by guilt toward Danceny. ### [Letter 98: Madame de Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-98-madame-de-volanges-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Described as dejected, melancholy, and visibly altered; she flings herself into her mother's arms, sobbing and confessing she is very unhappy. ### [Letter 99: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-99-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont's other target; she locks her door against him, provoking his anger and plans for revenge. ### [Letter 104: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Madame de Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-104-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-madame-de-volanges) Discussed as the daughter whose marriage is being considered; Merteuil warns against her youthful passion for Danceny. ### [Letter 105: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-105-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-cecilia-volanges) Recipient of the letter; Merteuil scolds her for her shame and naivety, and instructs her on how to manage her affairs. ### [Letter 106: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-106-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Described as a 'mere machine' to be used and discarded in Merteuil's scheme against Gercourt and her mother. ### [Letter 109: Cecilia Volanges to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-109-cecilia-volanges-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) The letter's author; she is conflicted but increasingly comfortable with Valmont's attentions, and seeks Merteuil's approval. ### [Letter 110: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-110-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont's pupil; he has been meeting her at night, teaching her scandalous language, and corrupting her by undermining her respect for her mother. ### [Letter 111: Count Gercourt to Madame de Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-111-count-gercourt-to-madame-de-volanges) Mentioned as Mademoiselle de Volanges, the intended bride of Gercourt. ### [Letter 112: Madame de Rosemonde to the Presidente de Tourvel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-112-madame-de-rosemonde-to-the-presidente-de-tourvel) Described as chatty and yawning; falls into a profound sleep every evening. ### [Letter 113: Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-113-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Merteuil notes that Cecilia's letters show she still thinks of Danceny, not Valmont, and that Valmont only possesses her person. ### [Letter 115: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-115-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont describes seducing her and dictating her letters to Danceny. ### [Letter 116: Chevalier Danceny to Cecilia Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-116-chevalier-danceny-to-cecilia-volanges) The recipient of Danceny's letter; he expresses his love and frustration over their separation. ### [Letter 117: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-117-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Writes to Danceny, torn between her love for him and her fear of future consequences, and influenced by Valmont's dictation. ### [Letter 118: Chevalier Danceny to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-118-chevalier-danceny-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Danceny's beloved; he mentions her letter and their secret love, though he withholds details. ### [Letter 121: The Marchioness de Merteuil to Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-121-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-chevalier-danceny) Referred to as Danceny's young mistress; Merteuil comments on her virtue and the dangers of seduction. ### [Letter 127: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-127-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Mentioned as another of Valmont's targets, with Merteuil mocking his concern for her opinion. ### [Letter 129: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-129-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Mentioned as a minor affair undertaken at Merteuil's request; Valmont dismisses her significance. ### [Letter 133: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-133-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont has secured communication with her through bribery; he plans to seduce her and eventually hand her over to Danceny. ### [Letter 134: Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-134-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Mentioned in the context of Valmont's offer to sacrifice her; Merteuil refuses this and demands he continue the affair. ### [Letter 138: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-138-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Mentioned as the 'little Volanges' who is absent at a ball, leaving Valmont with free time. ### [Letter 140: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-140-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Valmont's pupil; she suffers a fall and subsequent symptoms indicating pregnancy after a careless encounter. ### [Letter 141: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-141-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Mentioned briefly at the end; Merteuil thanks Valmont for his account of her and says it will be kept for the scandalous gazette after her wedding. ### [Letter 144: Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-144-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Cecilia has recovered from her illness and is visited by Danceny; Valmont plans to use her further. ### [Letter 145: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-145-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Mentioned in the context of her health and the decision about her future with Danceny or Gercourt. ### [Letter 146: The Marchioness de Merteuil to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-146-the-marchioness-de-merteuil-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Referenced as Danceny's love interest; her illness and recovery are mentioned. ### [Letter 155: The Viscount de Valmont to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-155-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Has succeeded in arranging a meeting with Danceny, but is displeased by his lack of attention. ### [Letter 156: Cecilia Volanges to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-156-cecilia-volanges-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Writes a desperate, loving letter to Danceny, arranging a secret nighttime meeting. ### [Letter 157: The Chevalier Danceny to the Viscount de Valmont](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-157-the-chevalier-danceny-to-the-viscount-de-valmont) Danceny's beloved; he wishes to spare her from pain and remains devoted to her. ### [Letter 158: The Viscount de Valmont to the Marchioness de Merteuil](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-158-the-viscount-de-valmont-to-the-marchioness-de-merteuil) Mentioned as Danceny's beloved; Valmont dictated a letter from her to Danceny. ### [Letter 165: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-165-madame-de-volanges-to-madame-de-rosemonde) Mentioned as being indisposed after hearing of the two deaths; put to bed by her mother. ### [Letter 170: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-170-madame-de-volanges-to-madame-de-rosemonde) Has fled to a convent, claiming a religious vocation; she is described as trembling and tearful when confronted by her mother, and refuses to explain her motives. ### [Letter 171: Madame de Rosemonde to the Chevalier Danceny](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-171-madame-de-rosemonde-to-the-chevalier-danceny) Her letters are requested by Madame de Rosemonde to protect her mother from further pain. ### [Letter 172: Madame de Rosemonde to Madame de Volanges](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-172-madame-de-rosemonde-to-madame-de-volanges) Her vocation to enter the convent is discussed; Rosemonde advises supporting her choice and breaking off her intended marriage. ### [Letter 173: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-173-madame-de-volanges-to-madame-de-rosemonde) Subject of her mother's fears; suspected of having been seduced by Danceny and possibly entering a convent out of despair. ### [Letter 174: The Chevalier Danceny to Madame de Rosemonde](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-174-the-chevalier-danceny-to-madame-de-rosemonde) Her letters are returned; Danceny reflects on her innocence and candor corrupted by Merteuil's machinations. ### [Letter 175: Madame de Volanges to Madame de Rosemonde](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/letter-175-madame-de-volanges-to-madame-de-rosemonde) About to put on the habit of novice; her mother laments her culpability and the necessity of this sacrifice. ### [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/chapters/endnotes) Noted for changing her confidant and for letters that are suppressed. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/characters/cecilia_volanges - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/dangerous_liaisons_se/characters