as long as those whose opinions matter to you know the truth , what difference does it make what the gossip rags say ? '' `` ah , and how would you react ? '' how much is physical , how much in the mind ? i did n't know how long i could keep this up . the condensation on the water bottle made his hand wet . i was vaguely aware of what had happened between us , of that promise he had asked for . i assume he did that because he was hoping to see you again . '' 