a good start makes the day successful . i do n't sleep with strangers , so being with you went against all of the rules i had made for myself . my throat tightened as he continued to speak , `` the last vessel i had chosen was suddenly ripped away . '' she reached for the door latch . she could n't lie there like that , feeling helpless , him hovering over her . `` anyway , '' red finished , `` you get the message , '' then turned and walked away . 