John is more reticent about the nature of his relationship with Leonora than he is with other characters. Although he claims he is not sexually attracted to her, there are moments later in the novel that would suggest otherwise. Also notable is this section is the strange look Leonora gives John. It is difficult to interpret the look at this moment in the story, although it is clear that something is off. On a structural level, it is worth noting that this chapter both begins and ends with a mysterious look from the main female characters.