# Marchioness d'Arlange — The Lerouge Case character guide

> Marchioness d'Arlange in The Lerouge Case by Émile Gaboriau.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Marchioness d'Arlange

**First appearance:** 0000-the-lerouge-case

## Who they are

Claire's mother, a noblewoman concerned with family honor.

## In the story

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_lerouge_case_se/chapters/vi)

Claire's grandmother, who is devoted to titles and prejudices, and who encourages Daburon's visits for her own amusement and financial gain.

### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_lerouge_case_se/chapters/viii)

Mentioned as the grandmother of Claire d'Arlange; the count disparages her as an old fool.

### [XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_lerouge_case_se/chapters/xv)

Claire's grandmother who imposed strict rules on Albert's visits, referenced in Claire's explanation.

### [XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_lerouge_case_se/chapters/xx)

Gives an account of Claire's wedding to Albert, criticizes the quiet ceremony, and mentions the Count's financial settlement.

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