in fact , i 'd encourage you to come by my office you 'd like . if i wanted you on your back i could get you on your back without any sort of violence . '' you deserve to be shouted at ! '' the stress of the day had exhausted every one ; even abner had grown quiet , staring into the fire thoughtfully . `` we need to get all our ducks in a row , '' she continued . balancing the lantern on a boulder top , smith sank down on one knee and examined its contents . 