stern had bruises that ran contrary to the theory that `` no one can touch you if you keep quiet . '' she said , look , today is the day the construction guys i know off-loaded their trucks at their site . business as usual , me and my trusty assistant . `` care to share your joke with the class ? '' he shook his head lightly and i ran my fingers through his hair and sighed . so you can do whatever you want to me . '' he covered her hand with his own . 