they come in every day about this time for coffee , and they share a doughnut . if that 's the case , then how long does this last ? `` oh ... well , there is n't much to say really . `` i appreciate you coming on such short notice , '' jake said as the woman approached them . he got off the treadmill and ripped the towel from the arm and started mopping up his sweat . she was my only companion in the entire world . 