i would leave if he would just let me . the scouts rushed back as though their pants were on fire . he wedged his foot against the wall before setting his weight on the step . i tap the dust bomb hidden inside my jacket , double-checking that it 's dry . she had the tight body of a gymnast . but for us to someday be in a family together ? he didnt say anything , but he let me hold him as he stared at the ring . 