maybe all the laughter was keeping him awake when he was trying to fall asleep for the day . i wanted to turn and run away , but i forced myself to go on . he juggles three walnuts , showing off his skill . let 's do this and then talk . but i ca n't stand him insulting you . '' he looked at me , and the darkness that flashed through his eyes was staggering . she could not begin to imagine what the experience had been like for madeline . she sighs and happily wraps an arm around him . 