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Dumay

The Mignons' loyal steward and Charles's old comrade-in-arms, a blunt soldier turned watchdog who would die for the family that took him in.

supporting

Also known as Madame Dumay, Latournelle, Monsieur Dumay, old Dumay, the worthy Dumay, The unhappy Dumay, Little Dumay

First appearance: Modeste Mignon

As a supporting figure in Modeste Mignon, Dumay is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

The loyal cashier, prepared to use violence to protect Modeste, placing pistols on the chimney-shelf.
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Dumay is a former soldier who followed Charles Mignon through exile and now manages his household with military discipline and absolute devotion. Gruff, watchful, and suspicious of strangers, he joins the notary…

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Dumay appears across 1 companion beat. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

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