`` you 're out of your mind , '' he said , then took a deep breath . when he glanced at her over his shoulder , her gaze was fixed on the same branch . then he just ... snapped her neck . it didnt manage to attack me , she continued , but it would have killed me if i had given it a chance . it was making an odd noise , very soft , subtle , but very distinct . have any idea what that might be ? '' that 's not the reason we 're here . '' 