i was almost glad my brothers had gotten sick . why , you might just have to find soft spot where you could spend all night huddled together to keep from freezing . 'then the fire may be just the distraction you need . she asked , looking out the window . he reached out with his right hand and touched the doorknob , closed his eyes and opened his mind to learn what was on the other side . `` yes , now i really must be going . 