The allusion to Virgil's Aeneas in lines 35-39 suggests that the speaker's companion shares Aeneas's courageous spirit and fixed dedication. Aeneas was a legendary hero in Roman mythology who was known for his bravery and his unwavering commitment to his mission. In the passage, the speaker compares their companion to Aeneas, saying that they, like the hero, have "faced the worst / the sea could do, and fought your way to shore." This allusion suggests that the speaker's companion is similarly brave and dedicated in their own nautical adventures. There is no indication in the passage that the speaker's companion shares Aeneas's destructive tendencies, hardy romanticism, or any other qualities beyond those related to courage and dedication.