he watched her head off , amused . `` c'mere , '' he said , beckoning with open arms . as her song ended , she hopped off the platform and headed in our direction . his voice was filled with deep concern . go on , he said , relaxing back into his chair , waiting for her to talk . you are ready to make the connection . cancer , man , the big c. he sipped at his beer . `` lucas , let go of the knife . 