# Bertrand Moncrif — The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel character guide > Bertrand Moncrif in The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Bertrand, Moncrif, citizen Moncrif, the traitor Moncrif **First appearance:** 0000-i-the-everlasting-stars-look-down-like-glistening-eyes-bright-with-immortal-pity-over-the-lot-of-man ## Snapshot A conflicted Frenchman whose betrayal of the Scarlet Pimpernel's secrets sets off a chain of perilous events. ## Who they are Moncrif is a man of divided loyalties, caught between revolutionary fervor and personal weakness, whose actions put the League in grave danger. His betrayal is not born of malice but of fear and circumstance, making him a tragic figure. The consequences of his treachery ripple through the early arc, forcing the Pimpernel's allies into desperate measures. ## Relationships ### [Theresia Cabarrus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/theresia_cabarrus) _romantic_ Bertrand is deeply in love with Theresia, and their interactions are filled with romantic tension and devotion. ### [Marguerite Blakeney](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/marguerite_blakeney) _friendship_ Bertrand and Marguerite share a friendly alliance, often working together to aid the Scarlet Pimpernel's cause. ### [Robespierre](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/robespierre) _rivalry_ Bertrand is a secret enemy of Robespierre, working to undermine his revolutionary regime. ### [Tallien](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/tallien) _friendship_ Bertrand and Tallien are allies in the plot against Robespierre, cooperating politically. ### [Theresia Cabarrus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/theresia_cabarrus) _romantic_ Bertrand is deeply in love with Theresia, and their interactions are filled with romantic tension and devotion. ### [Theresia Cabarrus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/theresia_cabarrus) _romantic_ Bertrand is deeply in love with Theresia, and their interactions are filled with romantic tension and devotion. ### [Robespierre](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/robespierre) _rivalry_ Bertrand is a secret enemy of Robespierre, working to undermine his revolutionary regime. ### [Marguerite Blakeney](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/marguerite_blakeney) _friendship_ Bertrand and Marguerite share a friendly alliance, often working together to aid the Scarlet Pimpernel's cause. ### [Tallien](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/tallien) _friendship_ Bertrand and Tallien are allies in the plot against Robespierre, cooperating politically. ### [Robespierre](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/robespierre) _rivalry_ Bertrand is a secret enemy of Robespierre, working to undermine his revolutionary regime. ### [Tallien](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/tallien) _friendship_ Bertrand and Tallien are allies in the plot against Robespierre, cooperating politically. ## In the story ### [The Fellowship of Grief](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii-the-fellowship-of-grief) Mentioned as the one Régine was to meet at the church porch; he is absent when she arrives late. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Régine's beloved; she is on her way to meet him at the porch of Petit St. Antoine. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iv) Expected to meet Régine at five o'clock but does not appear; she notes his impatience. ### [One Dram of Joy Must Have a Pound of Care](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iv-one-dram-of-joy-must-have-a-pound-of-care) Impatient and absorbed in his revolutionary work with the Fatalists; dismisses Régine's concerns; defends Theresia Cabarrus's influence. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Defends his revolutionary ideals and Theresia Cabarrus, causing a rift with Régine. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Leaves the church with Régine just before the asthmatic man emerges. ### [Rascality Rejoices](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/v-rascality-rejoices) Delivers a passionate speech against Robespierre's tyranny at the Fraternal Supper, courting danger and martyrdom. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Harangues the crowd against Robespierre, appearing transfigured and prophet-like. ### [The Fraternal Supper](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Delivers a passionate speech against tyranny, seemingly courting danger and self-sacrifice. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iv) Delivers a passionate speech against tyranny and is struck down by Rateau. ### [Two Interludes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/vii-two-interludes) Emerges from hiding after the fraternal supper, terrified and disoriented, and flees the scene. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Emerges from hiding after being knocked senseless, then flees in terror toward the Tuileries. ### [VIII: The Beautiful Spaniard](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/viii-the-beautiful-spaniard) Feverish and desperate after his outburst against Robespierre, he is devoted to Theresia but endangers her by staying. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Arrives at Theresia's apartment in a panic, begging for shelter. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) A passionate and self-destructive idealist who has publicly denounced Robespierre. He is deeply in love with Theresia, but his loyalty to her conflicts with his love for Régine and his own honour. ### [IX: A Hideous, Fearful Hour](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ix-a-hideous-fearful-hour) Bertrand is hidden in the kitchen, having sought refuge after insulting Robespierre; Theresia feels torn between protecting him and her own ambitions. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) The fugitive young lover hiding in Theresia's kitchen, having insulted Robespierre. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Bertrand is the object of Theresia's limited capacity for love, though she keeps him as a slavish worshipper rather than a serious suitor. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Discussed as a potential pawn; Theresia refuses to deliver him to Robespierre. ### [X: The Grim Idol That the World Adores](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/x-the-grim-idol-that-the-world-adores) Mentioned as a former lover of Theresia; his safety is used as leverage by Robespierre. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Not present in this chapter. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Mentioned as the leader of a gang of traitors and as a former admirer of Theresia. ### [Strange Happenings](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xi-strange-happenings) The timorous lover who was hiding in the kitchen; he is kidnapped by an unknown intruder while Pepita is incapacitated. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Mentioned as having been in the kitchen, but now missing; Theresia's concern centers on his disappearance. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Has vanished from the kitchen, presumably kidnapped through a forced window. ### [Chauvelin](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xii-chauvelin) Mentioned in the letter as a young fool being taken to England by the Scarlet Pimpernel. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iv) Mentioned as one of those brought safely to England in the recent expedition. ### [The Castaway](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xiv-the-castaway) Sullen and morose throughout the meal, he is comforted by Régine's touch. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Sits next to Régine, silent and sullen with a look of dull resentment; refuses to eat and is comforted by Régine. ### [The Nest](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xv-the-nest) Referenced in Percy's story of being rescued from Theresia's apartment while Robespierre was nearby. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Rescued by Percy from Theresia Cabarrus's apartment while Robespierre was nearby. ### [A Lover of Sport](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xvi-a-lover-of-sport) Bertrand is referenced as the young fool whom Theresia sheltered after the Fraternal Supper, and whom Percy smuggled out of her apartment. ### [Reunion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xvii-reunion) Describes his escape from Paris under the League's protection, expresses devotion to Theresia. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Overjoyed to see Theresia, he recounts his escape from France under the League's protection. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Bertrand is deeply in love, reluctant to let Theresia go, and waits for her return, exhausted. ### [Night and Morning](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xviii-night-and-morning) Wakes to find Theresia's note, is overjoyed, and goes out singing, forgetting Régine. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Mentioned as having been on watch and closing the door. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Asleep on the sofa while Theresia writes and places a note in his hand. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Wakes at dawn in Dover, finds Theresia's note, and experiences a surge of joy and love, forgetting Régine. ### [Departure](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xx-departure) Arrives at the Manor in distress, reveals Régine and Jacques have fled to Dover; later betrays Marguerite by drugging and binding her. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Arrives hatless and distraught at Marguerite's garden, seeking her help after learning Régine has gone to Dover with Jacques. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Brooding and absorbed in thoughts, his lack of ardour toward Régine contributed to the family's catastrophe. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Betrays Marguerite by drugging and tying her up, then directs the driver to a white house. ### [Memories](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxi-memories) Revealed as the traitor who decoyed Marguerite into the abduction. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Identified as the decoy who lured Marguerite into the abduction. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Mentioned as the traitor who accompanied Marguerite before her capture. ### [Mice and Men](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxiii-mice-and-men) Returns to Paris with Theresia, realizing he was merely a tool; now spurned and humiliated. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Theresia's discarded lover; returns to Paris humiliated and spurned; realizes he was used as a tool. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) Disguised as asthmatic Rateau, he is overpowered by Chauvelin after a simulated coughing fit. ### [Four Days](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxv-four-days) Mentioned as the lover who was dragged away from Theresia, enabling Chauvelin's forgery. ### [Terror or Ambition](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxvii-terror-or-ambition) Watches the house devotedly, follows Theresia home, and silently suffers from unrequited love. ### [XXX: When the Storm Burst](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxx-when-the-storm-burst) Hatless and mud-stained, he arrives at the theatre to warn Theresia of the perquisition at her home. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/iii) Arrives dishevelled and breathless to warn Theresia about the perquisition led by Chauvelin. ### [Our Lady of Pity](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxxi-our-lady-of-pity) Present in the apartment, held by soldiers; his fate is left ambiguous after the arrest. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) Attempts to shield Theresia and is shot dead by the soldiers. ### [Grey Dawn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/xxxii-grey-dawn) Lies dead and uncovered in Theresia's apartment; his body is retrieved by the Englishmen for Christian burial. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/i) His body lies uncovered and unwatched in the living room. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/chapters/ii) The dead man whose body is carried away by the strangers; referred to as 'the poor worm' and 'their friend'. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters/bertrand_moncrif - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_triumph_of_the_scarlet_pimpernel_se/characters