# In which Phileas Fogg does not have to repeat his orders to Passepartout twice explained — Around the World in Eighty Days

> Chapter companion for Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne.

## What happens

Phileas Fogg returns home to Saville Row after losing his wager, calmly accepting his ruin. He sets his affairs in order, and in the evening, he speaks with Aouda, who offers to marry him. Fogg confesses his love, and they decide to marry the next day. Passepartout is overjoyed and rushes to notify the clergyman.

## Themes in this chapter

### Love and Marriage

Aouda proposes marriage to Fogg out of gratitude and love, leading to a mutual confession and plans for a wedding.

### Determination and Resilience

Fogg faces total ruin with stoic calm and immediately sets about putting his affairs in order, showing resilience.

## Character check-ins

### Phileas Fogg

Returns home after losing the wager, remains calm, puts affairs in order, and accepts Aouda's marriage proposal.

### Passepartout

Filled with remorse for his role in the failure, watches over Fogg, and is overjoyed when he learns of the impending marriage.

### Aouda

Grieves for Fogg's misfortune, offers to marry him to share his fate, and accepts his proposal.

## Key lines

> I love you! ... Yes, by all that is holiest, I love you, and I am entirely yours!

Fogg declares his love for Aouda and commits himself to her completely.

_This is the pivotal romantic moment where Fogg breaks his usual impassive demeanor._

> Will it be for tomorrow, Monday? ... Yes; for tomorrow, Monday.

Fogg and Aouda agree to marry the next day, Monday.

_The haste of the wedding contrasts with Fogg's methodical nature, emphasizing the depth of his feelings._

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