he settled on the front porch rocker , the one he 'd built with his own two hands . what if that act proved to be more than `` almost anything '' ? i nestled into the seat , breathing easier . obviously the festival was a huge draw . he said the words softly as he bent his head to kiss the purple circles , trying to find a way to heal her . `` consider this your warning tool , '' carter 's eye got dark , `` the minute you touch my girl . 