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Love and Sacrifice

How The Hollow Needle develops Love and Sacrifice.

Lupin’s love for Raymonde de Saint-Véran drives him to risk his freedom and reputation, while Raymonde’s loyalty and courage are tested, showing how personal affection can intersect with criminal enterprise.

Where it surfaces

VI: An Historic Secret
Lupin's passionate love for Raymonde leads to his public humiliation and eventual acceptance of her engagement to Valméras.