i doubt he would but i needed to find a way to make sure he didnt . i know it ca n't be much longer . that was a nice way of saying bruised , beaten , and bloody . im very curious about that one , too . the notion brought a lump of pure fear to his throat . i tried to put it out of my mind , so i could review for the quiz . she turned to walk away and i reached out and grabbed her hand . i opened my eyes and almost gasped . 