Who said "The past may be chained, but the future is free."?

This quote is attributed to Monte Cristo.

The past may be chained, but the future is free. - Monte Cristo

"The past may be chained, but the future is free."

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Character in The Count of Monte Cristo

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"Revenge is the lash of the scorpion."

"I am no bird; and no net ensnares me."

"My heart is a sepulcher in which I have entombed my past."

"Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

"Hope is what gets us through difficult times."

"I'm not your enemy, kid. I'm trying to save you."

"Redemption is a long road."