she feared her ribs were broken , but there was naught that could be done about it now . is this some kind of joke ? '' still there could be a logical explanation for him not replying . we were both shy , and a lot awkward . now , he understood-but the knowledge cost him . as we continued to scan the alien camp , disappointment set in when we realized that kyle was nowhere to be seen . she had no intention of leaving heaven until things were put right . 