Daily Short Stories - Mystery & Suspense The Confession - Guy de Maupassant
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Sep 20, 2025 The podcast delves into a haunting confession by Marguerite on her deathbed, revealing a life intertwined with her devoted sister, Suzanne. Memories of childhood infatuation with Henri de Lampierre take a dark turn when Marguerite admits to poisoning cakes to sabotage his marriage. The tension builds as she confronts decades of guilt and fear, leading to an emotional moment of forgiveness from Suzanne. Their complex bond is both touching and tragic, exploring the depths of love, jealousy, and redemption.
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Childhood Secret Confession
- Marguerite confesses as she dies that, at twelve, she poisoned Henry's cakes out of jealousy and watched him die.
- She reveals lifelong torment and secrecy, explaining why she never married and stayed with Suzanne.
Vows Shape Lifelong Identity
- The sisters' mutual vow framed their whole lives and became a public, moving tale.
- Suzanne's grief and Marguerite's sacrifice locked them into an identity of perpetual mourning.
Guilt's Physical Toll
- Guilt can rot a life from the inside, causing early aging and chronic illness.
- Marguerite's physical decline signals how secret remorse manifests as lifelong suffering.
