he imagined her whispering to him as she lay next to him in bed . `` but they said it was ugly . '' i could hear the saliva sloshing around in his mouth , the heavy breath from his nostrils . i looked back and for a moment , though she looked familiar . i find a small clearing and pull the car into the opening . i dont know how soon i will show up . how did he know about that ritual with the headlights ? did he try something with you ? she would just have to be stronger . 