Her footfall was as light as that of some graceful wild animal, and there was no fear of that airy step awakening any echo upon the carpeted stone corridors and staircase.

• 她落脚极轻，就象某些优雅的野兽一般，无需担忧这样轻灵的脚步会在铺着地毯的走廊和楼梯上引起任何回响。