so she was surprised and delighted to see the gray mercedes parked out front of her house when she got home just after midday , needing to collect some papers before going into the office . with an awkward motion he patted her back with his small hand . she had white hair and was so tiny and frail . what kind of club was it anyway ? you ca n't rely on what 's happening now . '' that man-she 'd seen him before . `` see why this old girl only comes to the dance every few years ? '' 