then she rolls it back up and solemnly hands it over . she 'd gone to get some coffee and something hot to eat she 'd said . i was beginning to not like being alone as much as i once had . her eyes were really starting to shine . i would die in his arms if he only asked . it was made of three-inch pipe . i hung back until i was sure she would n't see me as she rounded the second flight of stairs , then followed her down . i was not surprised to hear that . 