he froze where he landed in a crouch . i give a private smile at the thought . the door opened slowly on the second floor and then paused . you said the same thing yesterday , err , tomorrow , jake answered . she remarked , tilting her head up at me . `` if everyone is ready , '' she said , `` let 's proceed . they were almost as interesting as the exhibits . `` why are you willing to help us ? '' his face was red from embarrassment or anger . 