they could solve everything in a matter of minutes . i know what they are up to . '' now , can i have my painting back , please ? '' you have only yourself to blame . '' he lifted the cloth to his nose and closed his eyes again . on the one hand , he would have been very glad to take her with him and show her to his friends . we sit here like this for what feels like forever before the door opens . rays of happiness burst from my chest . 