Explanation:
In Charles Dickens’ novel “A Tale of Two Cities,” the Marquis d’Evremonde meets his demise at the hands of an avenging peasant, Gaspard. Driven by deep resentment and a desire for justice, Gaspard takes matters into his own hands, assassinating the Marquis in a powerful act of retribution. This act marks a turning point in the novel, igniting the flames of revolution and setting in motion the events that will unfold amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution.