there 's not a hint of a smile on joe 's face now . `` i would break you out , but only after i 'd had my way with you through the bars , '' he said . no fangs , no claws , no armor . he spread his arms as though saying , `` look at you-a blue ribbon winner ! '' he leaned toward her again and grabbed her hand . what do you mean that we have no choice ? do not breathe a word of this to anybody while you 're waiting . 