fine , the shells whispered far below . his eyes seemed to glow with the hope of my freedom . they were n't spiders ; they were some kind of scorpion spider mix . i still do n't get why you do n't ask him-and do n't give me those stupid excuses again . '' have you looked in the mirror lately ? she paused , trying to control the anger in her voice and started again more softly . she wanted everything he was willing to give her . 