they had to have a burial ritual before becoming part of his human collection . her eyes were troubled and she looked worried . her hand slipped off his chest , and he missed that touch instantly . `` why do you think he 's one of the undead ? such things as gold and precious stones and even slaves . `` i never took you for a family man . '' he knew no one could fake this kind of illness . `` a generous soul is its own reward . 