His young companion felt herself more and more attached to him by other ties than gratitude; his silent but generous nature impressed her more than she thought; and it was almost unconsciously that she yielded to emotions which did not seem to have the least effect upon her protector. Aouda took the keenest interest in his plans, and became impatient at any incident which seemed likely to retard his journey.
Su joven compañera se sentía cada vez más inclinada a este hombre, por otra atracción diferente de la del reconocimiento. Aquel silencioso carácter, tan generoso en suma, le impresionaba más de lo que creía, y, casi sin percatarse de ello, se dejaba llevar por sentimientos cuya influencia no parecía hacer mella sobre el enigmático Fogg.