the white paint was chipped and water-stained , and at least half the windows were broken . she woke up suddenly , tears streaming down her face as she tried to catch her breath . either way , letting down their guard made no difference . `` one , two , three , four , five , six , seven , eight , nine , ten , '' he counted , `` one , two , three , four , five , six , seven , eight , nine , ten , '' and then laughing , `` eleven ! '' 