the fight lasted for perhaps ten minutes , and then it was over . the writing was old and scratchy but to rose it was as clear as day . he stepped in closer until she was pressed to his chest . jack and the others , startled , turn quickly towards the shattered window . she had seen the struggle in his mind . her eyes burned with tears threatening to overflow . plus , it 's not like we do n't see each other every day when he 's doing his rounds . 