As far as he knew, he had been invited to his friend's house to have a drink and settle their previous problem. Both characters knew that they didn't get along, but as Poe tells his story, readers get the impression that Fortunato is ready to look past their argument, but Montresor, on the other hand, doesn't let matters go very well. discussions. . When Fortunato arrives at Montresor's door, he is greeted with a warm and friendly smile, little could he tell what would happen to him. The reader assumes that Fortunato pretends the past didn't happen and allows Montresor to be so friendly, or so he thinks. In honor of the carnival that was taking place that same night, the two drink together, Fortunato more than Montresor. (Foy) Montresor offers him more and more wine. At this point Fortunato is quite drunk and very gullible. Montresor offers him some very rare wine and he, being the wine lover he seems, is ready to get this special wine! Even up until his death, Fortunato appears to be a happy, go-with-the-flow person. Eventually he realizes that he will no longer be in the