i decided it was safe to stare somewhere in the middle of her face . he leaned back , putting maybe two inches between us . his heart was starting to pound in his chest a little faster than normal as he wondered what made the noise . it is bigger than a compact umbrella . even if the police investigated , it would be a long time before i would see that money again . come and see me any time you have any questions . he stood and took her in his arms . she was n't sure what made the difference . 