# The Cabaret of the Image-de-Notre-Dame explained — The Vicomte de Bragelonne

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

## What happens

D'Artagnan plans his departure from Paris, allocating time for farewells, errands, and rest. He visits Athos to say goodbye, then takes Raoul to collect rent at the Image-de-Notre-Dame cabaret. Amidst preparations for a public execution, d'Artagnan notices suspicious activity at the cabaret, including a man haranguing patrons and a fire being lit, hinting at a conspiracy.

## Themes in this chapter

### Class and Social Mobility

D'Artagnan's careful budgeting and collection of rent highlight his financial prudence and social standing as a former musketeer turned royal agent.

### Court Intrigue and Deception

The suspicious activities at the cabaret, including secretive meetings and a fire, suggest a hidden plot or conspiracy.

## Character check-ins

### D'Artagnan

Plans his departure, visits Athos, and goes to collect rent at the cabaret, observing suspicious behavior.

### Athos

Bids farewell to d'Artagnan, offering discreet support and advice.

### Raoul de Bragelonne

Accompanies d'Artagnan to the cabaret, expressing reluctance to witness the execution.

### Planchet

Mentioned as one of d'Artagnan's few remaining friends to whom he says goodbye.

## Key lines

> My departure is to be at break of day, three o'clock in the morning; I have then fifteen hours before me. Take from them the six hours of sleep which are indispensable for me—six; one hour for repasts—seven; one hour for a farewell visit to Athos—eight; two hours for chance circumstances—total, ten. There are then five hours left.

D'Artagnan calculates his remaining time before departure, allocating hours for sleep, meals, visiting Athos, and unexpected delays.

_Shows d'Artagnan's methodical planning and discipline._

> I will go to the Image-de-Notre-Dame, and drink a glass of Spanish wine with my tenant, which he cannot fail to offer me.

D'Artagnan plans to visit his tenant at the cabaret to collect rent and enjoy a drink.

_Highlights d'Artagnan's anticipation of a simple pleasure amidst his busy schedule._

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