`` he went to grab us a couple of drinks while i brought the bags over and let you know we were here . '' esther took a deep breath and listened to the second voice speak from her mouth . but he grabs me by the collar and forces my face straight . right now , she had to be strong enough to look weak . he slid out of the car and crept down the alley along the rear of the apartment house . `` it was kind , do n't you ever think that it was n't . '' 