not only did his harsh words pierce her , but the power he had over her emotions made her feel weak and threatened . i had only promised to get him somewhere safe , so that he could be safe . he stormed through the garage door and let it shut with a loud bang that echoed off the hills . `` you , '' the creature said with a voice of old stone and old dirt , `` have been looking for me . '' dead fish floated to the surface . `` what 's the matter with you , boy ? 