`` yes , to prevent similar things from occurring in the future . it must be ... a day here to every year outside . '' `` you need to get some rest , '' i said gently . the little girl blinked in surprise , but she didnt seem upset by her sisters remarks . instead , he remained by my side as i moved through the house . sam introduced them en mass and asked luke to brief the group on yesterdays discovery . `` he chooses fists rather than the strap . 