he needed something non-magical to at least slow him down . maybe there 's hope for you humans . '' the look she 'd given him had stung far worse than her words . i told myself i would n't do that all the time . often they seem perfectly obvious to me , certainly , so i never really understand why it takes me to invent them . let me join your army , and i will fight as a common soldier for the crown . could you stay awhile longer and greet our guests at the door ? 