The philosophy of Dr. Pangloss, that he had in turn taught Candide, was that all was for the best, in this best of all possible worlds. After Candide was kicked out of his earthly paradise, (Baron Thunder-ten-tronckh’s castle), he had been tricked into becoming a hero of the Bulgar army. Later it was only, that the King of the …show more content…
It was after reuniting with her, and learning that she was still alive did he learn that she was giving her favors to Don Issachar and the Grand Inquisitor. Both of whom Candide had killed, when they came to call upon Lady Cunegonde for her favors. This meeting was something that Candide had so looked forward to yet because of it he had committed two murders, and thus had to flee with Lady Cunegonde and, her servant, the old woman. This occasion, that was meant to be so happy, turned out as a bad thing. Even, the reunion between Candide and Lady Cunegonde did not last. Candide’s optimism had failed him, for all did not result in the