it was n't until she reached the tree that she realized the reason for his noise . she had her nails done every week . he kept his eyes on the table . `` we have orders and you 're asking me about your father and me ? '' `` play your games and bury your head in the sand if you must . the way he had her open to him , she could n't move away from him . none of us are on that council but we report to them . i 'd have to stand on a trash can . 