i asked , imagining all the weapons i could stuff into that puppy . the thunder of his heartbeat shook her chest . yes , it took awhile to write it , but its done . and like it or not , i ca n't stop holding onto it . the construction of the air lock seemed sturdy but there was only so much of a beating it could take . `` go , show that board that you 're ready for this . '' she rubbed her stomach to ward off the sudden ache . 