instead , i went to the door and opened it slowly . not far off to the side was the water . he 'd brought his sword back with him , but instead of hanging it over the fireplace he used it to poke the fire . i want to be so much more than friends , he breathed , because you are worth having a broken heart . ambrose had n't understood that final remark , but was too embarrassed to say so . if she had n't quit , i would have fired her . '' 