she grabbed my hand and started to move . if only id been mugged , then id be happier . do n't make me tell you how . he knows he wont delay leaving this place too long . this is good old boy country , and our demons have good old boy names . he walked closer to the strip of grass between the two houses , then cleared his throat to get the gardener 's attention . he would reach them long before beth had a chance to reach the gate . 