it was his curse they were trying to break , but every time she tried to bring it up with him he would make some kind of excuse to go running off or try to change the subject . we both headed for the exit , but i got there in time to hold the door open for her with one hand . i 'm sorry , '' she apologized , moving to the side . i set the can on the counter next to her , stand up and reach for my phone in my pocket . 