he dug in a different pocket and handed her a square of paper like a business card . it was a lot for thomas to take in . i leaned in very close , and his breath caught , but he did n't stop me . what could she possibly have in common with these kids ? i could n't expect him to suddenly just believe in love . his third gust filled my soul ; i felt my breast rise to the sky towards the light . `` i do n't like it that you 're so pale . 