powerful enough to push through the fire . we can all do with some fresh meat . i have a son to tuck into bed . '' sandy quickly agreed , and even offered more . but there didnt appear to be anything out of place , nor was there sign of a break in . ash looked over his shoulder to the old woman who was still standing in the opening of the curtains . he would protect her and the baby . she should n't talk to you that way . '' his voice is like velvet in my ear . 