part of me was still standing there , rooted to the spot . i 'm afraid some totally innocent person is going to get caught in the cross fire . her tone was opposite her words-also her usual . he was beaten by the offer of love. victor leaned over drake 's desk , resting his hands on the old wood . he is not at fault here . he was at peace in a way he 'd never been before . it was kind of neat , knowing stuff that other people did n't . 