stretching to its breaking point but not letting it go . '' i just shook my head and walked away . i have never met a human with that ability . '' surely your people told of our work saving your citizens from starvation , lee said . she drew her lips between her teeth for a moment , processing . i suppose i can see my reflection if i so desire . the guy slapped her again , this time harder , and it shut her up for a moment . the air lay in his lungs like metal shavings . 