this leg just needs a little rest now . she knew it would only make things worse . maybe you should ask that gentleman in the corner . `` i appreciate you not giving me an 'i do n't know what you 're talking about ' ; that would have hurt . cole stared at it as he spoke . it had to be , so i was on her heels , following her down the grand staircase , saying , `` what ? but instead of telling my father you cracked your skull open , i told him i cut myself . 