They learn that Lucie Manette is to be married.
Carton
John Barsad told Carton that Roger Cly had been murdered and buried under the alias of Barsad's brother Solomon Pross. Cly had agreed to fake his death in order to frame Darnay for treason and secure his own safety and wealth.
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Madame Defarge determined that John Barsad was from England based on his accent and appearance, which were different from typical French characteristics. Additionally, she may have picked up subtle cues in his demeanor and behavior that hinted at his English origins.
John Barsad reported the fate of Charles Darnay to Defarge. Barsad informed Defarge that Darnay had been sentenced to death by the revolutionary tribunal.
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According to Wikipedia, Charles Dickens, GreatExpectations: John Barsad (real name Solomon Pross) -- A spy for Britain who later becomes a spy for France (at which point he must conceal that he is British). He is the long-lost brother of Miss Pross.
It is ironic because Defarge and Madame Defarge just talked about John Barsad the night before. Madame Defarge said "'He shall be registered to-morrow'" and John Barsad came the next day (the day Madame Defarge said that she'll knit his name onto her hit list/register).
John Barsad
Mr. Stryver accuses John Barsad and Roger Cly of being spies and traitors who have been working against the government. He claims that they have been gathering information and passing it to the enemy.
Miss Pross' brother. Later in the book you find out it is actually John Barsad.