Philippe d'Orléans

Part I: The Vicomte de Bragelonne

Mentioned as the Duke of Orléans, residing at Blois, around whom the courtly life revolves.

The Letter

Referred to as Monsieur, he is the prince of Blois, depicted as melancholy and listless after returning from a morning hunt.

The Messenger

Receives the letter from Condé with caution and anxiety, then expresses gratitude.

In Which the Unknown of the Hostelry of Les Medici Loses His Incognito

Mentioned as Monsieur, who escorts the cardinal with a flambeau.

Mazarin's Gaming Party

Admires himself in a mirror, recalls past hardships, and discusses dress with the Chevalier de Lorraine.

An Affair of State

The brother of Louis XIV, proposed as the groom for Henrietta of England.

The Recital

Shows youthful enthusiasm, clapping and expressing admiration for the heroic deeds described.

In Which Mazarin Becomes Prodigal

Referred to as the Duc d'Anjou; he joyfully accepts the money from Mazarin and reveals it is a wedding present for his marriage to Charles II's sister.

The Portrait of Madame

Monsieur, found admiring himself and comparing his looks to Henrietta's portrait; grants the appointment for La Vallière.

Night

Referenced indirectly as the husband whose position is threatened by the attentions of the two men toward his wife.

An Account of What the Chevalier de Lorraine Thought of Madame

Monsieur, the Duke of Orléans, is manipulated by the Chevalier de Lorraine into suspecting his wife's fidelity.

Monsieur Becomes Jealous of the Duke of Buckingham

Monsieur, the king's brother, is jealous of the Duke of Buckingham's visits to his wife and seeks his mother's counsel.

Forever!

Mentioned as the jealous husband and second gentleman of France, whose honor the queen seeks to protect.

Sword-Thrusts in the Water

Approaches Buckingham with feigned politeness, expressing regret at his impending departure.

105: Threefold Love

Monsieur, feeling neglected and jealous, disrupts the gathering in Madame's apartments and vents his anger.

M. de Lorraine's Jealousy

The duke is easily swayed by the chevalier's insinuations, becoming jealous and agreeing to surprise Madame at dinner.

Monsieur Is Jealous of Guiche

Bursts into Madame's apartments, confronts his wife and Guiche, and later complains to his mother about his jealousy.

The Mediator

Monsieur is the source of the marital misunderstanding, though not present in the scene.

The Advisers

Monsieur is piqued by the king's defense of Madame and retains his ill-humor.

Fontainebleau

Monsieur, neglected and jealous, confronts the queen mother about the king's attentions to Madame, then flies into a violent rage.

The Bath

Monsieur is notably absent, reported to be asleep, and is the subject of courtiers' gossip.

The Butterfly-Chase

Mentioned as being jealous of the king and complaining to the queen-mother.

What Was Caught After the Butterflies

Monsieur's jealousy is the driving force behind the need for dissimulation.

The Ballet of the Seasons

Observes the ballet from his box, restless and unable to comprehend the underlying intrigues.

The King's Secret

Monsieur, who triumphantly informs Madame of the king's new passion.

Courses de Nuit

Monsieur retires in good humor, sings ballet airs, inspects costumes, and distributes presents, showing satisfaction.

Happy as a Prince

In a cheerful mood after bathing, he teases de Guiche about his exile and reveals a whimsical plan to become a model husband and retire with Madame to Villers-Cotterets.

Story of a Dryad and a Naiad

Arrives splendidly dressed; comments on Saint-Aignan's understanding of the Dryads' language.

Royal Psychology

Monsieur is referenced as the husband of Madame, whose marriage the king had previously sought to undermine.

Madame's Four Chances

Monsieur, the king's brother, is mentioned as a possible winner of the bracelets, with Madame joking he would give them to the Chevalier de Lorraine.

How de Wardes Was Received at Court

Welcomes de Wardes with marked favor, treating him as a novelty and showing infidelity to old friends.

Showing the Advantage of Having Two Strings to One’s Bow

Mentioned in the context of past scenes with the Duke of Buckingham.

The Journey

Monsieur refuses to ride, claiming his skin would peel, and remains immobile in the carriage.

183: An Interview with the Queen-Mother

Mentioned as Monsieur, who joined the king for a hunting-party.

The False King

Bewildered, turning his head between the two identical kings.

Epilogue

Monsieur is briefly addressed by the king, who tells him they will go somewhere shortly, and the king smiles to sweeten the bitter draught he has given him.