he got out of the truck before i could punch him in the arm . she straightened her knees and shifted her stance so that she was no longer depending on him to stay upright . he paused , then added : `` i have to tell you that was my opinion , as well . '' they were a hundred and twenty yards away . weve got work to do now , maam , if you dont mind . he 's inside - just waiting for someone to free him . i moved into the house and mentally slammed the door shut . 