The Mysteries of Udolpho

Emily stays in her chamber late the next morning. There is still no sign of Madame Montoni, and Annette’s wailing lets Emily know that Ludovico is still missing too. Emily goes to see Montoni, who says simply that Madame Montoni “is taken care of.” Emily goes back to her chamber and cries. She is very hungry, but fortunately, Carlo brings her some fruit and wine. Emily asks him to find Annette, wherever she is, and send her.

When Annette arrives, she’s still sobbing about Ludovico. Emily thinks he’s dead, but in fact he’s only been wounded. Emily continues to fear for her aunt for the rest of the day, but there is no more excitement in the castle. Two more days pass, still with no word of Madame Montoni. One afternoon, Emily is surprised to hear music—and not just the warlike sound of trumpets and fifes. She wonders if the sound is supernatural but figures that if it is indeed a human, she’ll probably hear it again.