i hoped he was being deliberately insulting because otherwise he was n't very bright , and i needed him to be good at his job . we were hoping to interview candidates in the next couple of days . he nods and takes my hand in his , as if it 's the most natural thing in the world and laces his fingers with mine . you could have told me more when you came . '' when he returned , he had a towel and washcloth over his shoulder and his hands full of miniature shampoo and conditioner bottles . 