`` i just do n't - do n't want to be responsible for keeping you from your son . '' this way was easier , he thought , and the lie wasnt hurting anyone . graham grinned in bliss 's direction and said , `` because we wanted to meet your girl ... before your mum tore her to pieces . '' my heart was thumping against my chest waiting to hear what he would say . nick was the guy who liked baseball bats . violet gave a soft cry and bit her lip . 