it was very banged up , as if from a forced entry . whatever may come , remember , there is always hope . so now you 're choosing my friends ? '' `` they fired me , '' he says again . she was now tugging his arm . frowning , i picked up the pace , running faster . he did n't take it seriously and he enjoyed the attention . it does n't matter how much fabric is between us , the solid strength of his body against mine is electric . 