When Armand learned about his family history, he regretted what he had done. Armand felt extremely guilty and thoughtless for discriminating against Desirée. It was the letter that awakened him when his mother was also of the slave race. He felt shocked and saddened when he witnessed the truth and was even more tormented by what he had done. Then, with all the guilt, Armand went to meet and apologize to Desirée.
Although really hurt with what she went through, with her selfless heart Desirée forgave Armand. Then he received a valuable lesson.