no one can carry another person . they 're no protection against germs , but at least none of that black crap got in our mouths . my clothes are dry , too , but i do n't bother putting them on . she walked away from me knowing i was watching after her as she swung her hips . all that morning i was sick to my stomach , sweaty and unsure of myself . still , i took them with me out to the pool deck . `` why do n't you come with me tonight ? 