In "The Count of Monte Cristo," Dantes helps show the theme of family and love by taking care of his father after being away. When he sees his father, he asks, “What ails you, my dearest father? Are you ill?” This shows how much he cares about his father’s health. Dantes also tells him, “With the first money I touch, I mean you to have a small house,” which shows that he wants to provide for him and make him happy.
These moments remind us how important family is and how love can motivate Dantes to work hard for a better future. He wants to take care of his father because deep down, family matters the most to him. Dantes' actions teach us that even when times are tough, caring for our loved ones can give us hope.