The sole policeman in a French West African town, initially passive and scorned by locals. After being pushed to his limit by abusive pimps, he snaps, systematically eliminating his tormentors including the pimps, his wife's lover, a corrupt timber executive, and a local servant. He ultimately abandons his former life, leaving Rose with money to flee while he remains alone with his moral descent.
Lucien serves as the central narrative anchor, driving the plot through his internal and external actions.
Vanderbrouck serves as a primary antagonist whose public abuse drives Lucien's psychological breaking point.
Nono is the open lover of Lucien's wife, creating a tense domestic triangle that fuels Lucien's internal conflict.
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