Book the Second: CHAPTER X. Two Promises

Summary

• Darnay visits Doctor Manette to confess his love for Lucie
• Darnay promises to honor Manette's special relationship with Lucie and not disturb it
• Darnay asks Manette to vouch for the sincerity of his love if Lucie ever asks
• Manette agrees and makes Darnay promise to reveal his true name only if he is successful in his courtship
• After Darnay leaves, Manette has a relapse and begins cobbling at his shoemaker's bench, worrying Lucie