# Another Supper at the Bastille explained — The Vicomte de Bragelonne

> Chapter companion for The Vicomte de Bragelonne by Alexandre Dumas.

## What happens

Aramis dines with Governor Baisemeaux at the Bastille, using the occasion to manipulate the governor into releasing a prisoner. Baisemeaux initially resists, preferring to delay the release until morning, but Aramis persuades him to act immediately. During the meal, Aramis subtly switches the order for a different one he has prepared, setting the stage for a secret release.

## Themes in this chapter

### Court Intrigue and Deception

Aramis deceives Baisemeaux by switching the order paper, using the supper as a cover for his secret plan.

### Power and Ambition

Aramis exerts influence over Baisemeaux, demonstrating his strategic manipulation to achieve his goals.

## Character check-ins

### Aramis

Dines with Baisemeaux, disguised in boots and gray, and manipulates him into releasing a prisoner; switches the order paper.

### Baisemeaux de Montlezun

Governor of the Bastille, hosts Aramis for supper, initially reluctant to release the prisoner but is persuaded.

### François

Servant who brings the order and is dismissed by Aramis; later summoned to fetch the major and turnkeys.

## Key lines

> I wish that you would do your duty, my friend; yes, at least before this soldier.

Aramis insists that Baisemeaux obey the order immediately, even in the presence of a soldier.

_Aramis pressures Baisemeaux to act without delay._

> An order of release! There, now; excellent news indeed to disturb us!

Baisemeaux complains that the release order interrupts his supper.

_Baisemeaux prioritizes his meal over the prisoner's freedom._

> I implore you; such an action is worth ten Benedicites.

Aramis urges Baisemeaux to release the prisoner, saying the deed is more valuable than many prayers.

_Aramis uses religious rhetoric to persuade Baisemeaux._

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