it took the next bodies to slap me in the face and wake me up a little . he struck the water , rolling across the surface , chased by a wash of flames . the sensation of his breath against her skin was electric . she took hold of his hand , her eyes catching his . she almost jumped when he turned to face her , his lips grazing her cheeks . he then stood up suddenly and said to sal , walk with me a minute . i just hated that seth could n't be a part of this , too . 