after a time the man standing outside the door opened the door to the tower , peered in , and then closed the door . and even though he was sitting down , he commanded attention . fear , shock , surprise and complete and utter confusion . especially tonight , you have to remain here with me . i suspect that you do n't know much other than the word . '' nip pointed to the coconut trap , and then himself . i just i cant get the words out . `` what could be worse than death ? '' 