he grabbed her elbow and led her toward the front of the hotel . `` but i also feel curious , '' he said . he scooped her into his arms , not even panting , yet sweat dotted his brow . he picked up the gun as he passed it , checked the safety , and shoved it into his jeans . she shrugged as much as the metal clamps would allow . `` peter was a strange and difficult man . the man stood next to her , offering his hand . 