they were giving me their names , and i took them . besides , i already know what a counselor would say . my story had them all frozen in place , listening . `` but i think i scared him to death . i was checking to see if you were okay . '' you can check up if you want . she tossed her head and lifted her chin . we have to get out of here , i told myself . the division was ripping him apart . how are things at your job ? 