somehow , she knew it was n't vampires . `` i should scuttle the idea of renting your loft , too . '' we did n't double-cross him , did n't steal the property out from under him . amber bit the inside of her cheek , wondering how to phrase things so he 'd understand . the little white socks and sneakers gave her a juvenile look . like a fifty-dollar gift is going to make you change your mind . '' they tend to have minds of their own sometimes , just like we do . 