they had started to clear some level spots in the valleys . write her tonight , so the letter goes on the last ship before winter . uncle sent word that war could break out again at any moment . pink , striped and faded , love said . are you going to wear one of those cute uniforms like the rest of them ? `` how do you ... '' i could n't finish the question . `` so what do you want me to do now ? '' killing her with his need for her to stay by his side . 