he struggled as he tried to lift the first bag onto the tray on the back of his bike . but perhaps this is all an act . i check the caller : it 's my father . youre a lot better than i gave you credit for . perhaps it had been an ill-timed remark since he 'd so recently made me miserable . `` yes , '' she said , admitting the truth . but usually those types dont bother with anyone who doesnt threaten them . they shook her bones and made her insides itch . 