Publisher's Synopsis
Valancourt and Emily meet and discuss their changed feelings towards each other. Emily confirms her love for Valancourt but questions his worthiness as her husband. Valancourt agrees and pleads for her hope in his reformation, but Emily refuses. They agree to one last meeting but decide not to pursue a relationship. Montoni's military activities attract the attention of the Venetian government, leading to the successful seizure of the castle of Udolpho and the imprisonment of Montoni and Orsino. In France, Emily is saddened by Valancourt, but Dorothee tells her the story of the Marchioness, hinting at a connection between Emily and the Marchioness. Emily becomes curious and explores the Marchioness's rooms, experiencing terror and witnessing strange figures. Ludovico disappears mysteriously from the castle. Emily rejects Du Pont's love and returns to the convent. Montoni's fate is revealed, and Emily can now claim her aunt's estates. She plans to visit her new estates in Thoulouse before going to La Vallee. Strange happenings at Chateau Le Blanc and the erratic behavior of Sister Agnes continue. Emily prepares to depart, and the Count de Villefort announces his departure from the chateau. The Baron and Blanche will visit Emily at La Vallee after their time at the St. Foix estate.
