Sir Percy Hits Back · Chapter
XIII explained
Fleurette learns from Adèle that Amédé Colombe and M'sieu' de Frontenac have been arrested and taken to Sisteron.
What happens
Fleurette learns from Adèle that Amédé Colombe and M'sieu' de Frontenac have been arrested and taken to Sisteron. Despite old Louise's protests, Fleurette insists on going to Sisteron to comfort Amédé and seek help from chéri Bibi. Louise reluctantly agrees, and the two women set out on their journey.
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Narrative arc
Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Follow the arc while readingThemes in this chapter
- Love and Loyalty
Fleurette's determination to go to Sisteron for Amédé demonstrates her deep love and loyalty despite the danger.
- Innocence and Corruption
Fleurette's innocent faith in chéri Bibi's authority contrasts with the corrupt revolutionary forces that arrested Amédé.
Characters to notice
- Fleurette
Determined to go to Sisteron to see Amédé after learning of his arrest; reveals she and Amédé are tokened.
- Old Louise
Initially disapproving but ultimately agrees to accompany Fleurette to Sisteron.
- Adèle
Brings news of Amédé's arrest and the arrival of new soldiers; shows reticence and a hint of hostility toward Fleurette.
- Amédé Colombe
Arrested and taken to Sisteron along with M'sieu' de Frontenac.
- Fleur Chauvelin
Referred to as chéri Bibi; Fleurette believes he would approve of her betrothal and can help free Amédé.
Key passages
“But in Lou Mas nothing was known of the tragic events that were occurring at Laragne.”
At Lou Mas, they were unaware of the tragic happenings in Laragne.
Sets the scene of ignorance before Adèle's news.
“It was Adèle who brought the news.”
Adèle was the one who delivered the information.
Highlights Adèle's role as the bearer of bad news.
“I must go to Sisteron—at once.”
I have to go to Sisteron immediately.
Fleurette's urgent decision to act.
“We—that is Amédé and I—are tokened to one another.”
Amédé and I are engaged to each other.
Reveals the betrothal to Louise.
“If you won't come with me, Louise dear, I shall have to go alone.”
If you refuse to accompany me, I will go by myself.
Fleurette's resolve despite Louise's hesitation.
