the stars come out at night but they dont say much . i was suddenly back in that other bedroom , in the dark with the dead . it was dark when bond awoke in the soft cradle of her lap . the only sound was the crackle of the fire . this morning she had slept until 11 , obviously needing the rest after two , sixteen-hour days . staring down into her eyes full of need , i smiled . their mission was a little more quiet . 