i think id rather deal with an ornery bear . i thought you said we were as unimportant to you as ants . '' that happened 3,700 years ago and one system of government continues to this day . '' `` do you want to please me tonight ? '' she took the blanket with her . i do n't want them to know that i ca n't do the counting thing yet like they always ask me to do . i will not put her in a position to protect herself if i am unable to do so . 