I did so.

He followed, and then groped his way slowly along, while I accompanied and assisted him.
I now found myself in a large grotto with an arched roof, from which was suspended an enormous lamp, either golden or gilded.

All around were numerous lamps.

The walls were adorned with rich hangings; couches were here, with soft cushions, and divans and ottomans; soft mats were on the floor, and everything gave indications of luxury and wealth.

Other doors, covered with overhanging mats, seemed to lead out of this grotto.