first response , usually , is extend my box-cutter , find someone to apply it to . please come and sit on the couch by me , her father requested as he rested on their tan sofa . she could learn important information about carlos that might help her deal with him in the future . lifting me from the bed , he settles me on his lap with ease even as i struggle . i slid onto the motorcycle behind him . `` which is why i need something like a blanket to cover its eyes . '' 