if she was , i could n't see it yet , and that worried me more than any of my father 's threats . very little would remain to tell any tales . i was so lucky to have him , no matter how many problems we had as a couple . i set back in my chair as if things really were settled between us , and looked over at the waiter . the sweet , bubbly liquid splashed out against the rim and onto the coffee table . victor stood and approached the television . 