`` he 's not like a lot of the people here . surely martin had mentioned it at some point or other ? this situation had developed a life of its own . i could tell she was glad i 'd called . it would be against my own treacherous heart . he was the perfect guy ; grounded , responsible , caring . ms. cane yelled and closed the door . `` the thought had crossed my mind , i said smiling . to compete for your attention , that 's why . ' `` tell them you 're with me . 