How is the conflict of "The Cask of Amontillado" resolved?

First it is important to determine what the
prime conflict is in "". Montresor believes that Fortunato has caused him a
"thousand injuries," and he has suffered as long as possible until he feels that
Fortunato "venture[s] upon insult." This source of tension drives the plot of the
story, which primarily centers around Montresor's efforts to rid himself of Fortunato and
thereby relieve himself of the constant "insults."

The conflict is
resolved, therefore, when it is clear that Fortunato will die. Fortunato begs for his life near
the end, screaming, "For the love of God, Montresor!" Montresor repeats this phrase,
not in a pleading tone but in absolute condemnation: "Yes ... for the love of God." It
is at this point that his commitment to his plan is certain; Fortunato will die. The conflict
will be resolved.

Even fifty years later, Montresor feels relief and peace
that he was able to finally rid himself from this source of conflict.