i start with what i call my basic bet . shut up and go back to sleep his body screamed . your aunt gave me an idea . he rests his elbows on the table , letting a smile slip across his lips . `` i apologize for being such a disappointment , '' he said out of the corner of his mouth . i wanted to pat her hand , to comfort her , but i had no comfort to give . his red eyes were tired of crying . 