i ask , surprised that i say the words out loud . `` how did you know it was me , and not jack ? '' so that 's the tone we wish to set , he thought . `` you do n't want to tell me what it 's about ? '' he would have his answers , one way or another . `` good , then it is settled , '' stated alexander . i walked over and put my arms around her waist , waiting to see those eyes looking up at me . 