# II: Right Hand and Left Leg explained — The Golden Triangle

> Chapter companion for The Golden Triangle by Maurice Leblanc.

## What happens

Patrice Belval and Ya-Bon dispose of Mustapha's body after his murder by accomplices. Belval declares his love for Coralie, who reveals she is married and insists they must not meet again. A rosary with amethyst beads sparks a mysterious connection.

## Themes in this chapter

### War and Its Aftermath

Patrice Belval's speech about maimed soldiers demanding equality and normalcy highlights the lasting impact of war on individuals and society.

### Love and Sacrifice

Patrice's declaration of love and Coralie's refusal due to her marriage illustrate themes of romantic sacrifice and hidden commitments.

## Character check-ins

### Patrice Belval

Discusses the disposal of Mustapha's body, declares his love for Coralie, and argues that maimed soldiers are equal to able-bodied men.

### Coralie

Reveals she is married and refuses Patrice's advances; her rosary with amethyst beads catches Patrice's attention.

### Ya-Bon

Assists in disposing of Mustapha's body by carrying it to the garden of the Musée Galliéra.

### Mustapha Rovalaïof

Murdered by his accomplices; his body is disposed of by Ya-Bon.

## Key lines

> One rogue less in the world, Little Mother Coralie!

Patrice cheerfully remarks that the world is better off without Mustapha.

_Shows Patrice's casual attitude toward the death of a criminal._

> We refuse to admit that our wooden legs keep us back or that we cannot stand as upright on our crutches as on legs of flesh and bone.

Patrice asserts that maimed soldiers are just as capable as able-bodied people.

_Key statement of the chapter's theme of post-war disability and equality._

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