he grinned at me , now comfortable that he knew who i was . they place the basin before the green , dumping the water , and turn to go fetch more . it was afternoon , and the gates to kings terrace closed at dusk . silky and straight black hair brushed her shoulders . the reality of her situation sank in with full force . `` why do you come to me like this ? we are having grilled chicken and salad . ' what am i going to tell jess ? 