in fact , i think i might be able to help you , if you 're interested in being helped . '' who the hell do you think it is ? i mean , i really have to speak to him . and that , as always , was a popular request . `` but you make it so very difficult for me to function at all , never mind sleep . i thank you for your offer but it will not be necessary , the captain general said . the more miles i put between me and this nightmare , the better . 