i asked it without feeling - the same way you 'd ask for someone to save you a table or grab your mail . `` i used to think that we were capable of learning from our mistakes . he was fully dressed , shielded from exposure , whereas she was mostly nude and mounted . i know you now , you understand me ? do n't you tell me what to do . '' pieces fell in to place , one by one . she said , her voice dying in her throat . he didnt want to be left alone . 