clear comparison of the Count to demons, who don't like the crucifix

Represents how protection is related to the Crucifix and catholicism

This could represent defloration, how the white nightdress was tainted with blood. White could be the color of innocence and peace, while red is the color of blood and Dracula's eyes, representing sin and evil.

This relates Dracula's red eyes to hell, establishing the color of red as evil and sinful, like blood or the desire for blood. At least in context of the novel. The use of the word lurid also expresses how the red is unpleasantly saturated, compared to a word like vivid.

This represents the fear of the Count that the character experiences. He must be sure that the Count has left so that he does not pose a threat to his exploration.

This represents a goal or objective for the main character. This can be used as an objective in a game, guiding the player on what to look for.

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