Richis's Love for Laure

Antoine Richis's intense, almost incestuous love for his daughter, and his grief.

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Fatherly Obsession

Fatherly Obsession Admiration Richis often gazed at Laure, forgetting the world. He felt a disturbing attraction. Fear of Losing Her He had nightmares of her murder. He became overprotective. Plans for Her Future

Grief and Disgust

Grief and Disgust Withdrawal Richis stayed in her room with her belongings. He could not weep. Desire for Revenge He wanted to watch the murderer die slowly. The Execution

Strange Adoption

Strange Adoption Love for the Murderer Under the perfume's influence, Richis saw Grenouille as his son. He adopted him. Replacement for Laure He projected his love for Laure onto Grenouille. Abandonment

1765-1766

after Laure's murder

15 April 1766