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September 30, 2025 6 mins

Dantès reminds himself that he has learned to wait — liberty itself was worth fourteen years, and wealth can wait longer if need be.

In The Count of Monte Cristo, Chapter 22, Monte Cristo fades from sight while the smugglers complete a smooth Corsican landing, divide their profits, and prepare for another voyage. Edmond watches, patient and observant, biding his time as La Jeune Amélie sails on to Sardinia.

 

 

New to the journey? Start from the beginning at: http://countdownofmontecristo.com

 

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The Countdown of Monte Cristo is a daily podcast reading one page at a time from Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel — every day, for four years. Whether you’re starting from the beginning or joining mid-journey, each episode brings you deeper into the story of The Count of Monte Cristo.

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