Hope narrows to reality. After climbing to inspect the final wall, the elder prisoner confirms what he feared: sentries march day and night just beyond the window, rifles at the ready. With that, the possibility of escape through Dantès’ cell vanishes.

But instead of despair, the old man responds with serenity. For Dantès, the moment is revelatory—not about escape, but about faith, wisdom, and the quiet power of surrender.

🎙️ Topics Covered:

•Final elimination of escape options

•Sentries as literal and symbolic barriers

•Spiritual acceptance versus youthful desperation

•The balance between action and resignation

•A philosophy forged by confinement

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