its like a book ; i can read his thoughts . she takes my hand and pulls me into her room before shutting the door . you do it all by yourself ? or any cups for that matter . he had not learned it until much later . dad ran a hand through his hair . `` you know about the silent deal ? at least for the moment ... `` how 's your father this morning ? '' this time , brutus could n't stop the whimper of pain that escaped his lips . 