shocked from the cold water , she takes a huge breath , as the water runs down her face . around them the world went mad . she might be marrying him , but he was n't going to take over her whole life . can we take this stuff like this ? '' nanny nudged her in the ribs to be silent . after a minute , he took off the shirt , pants , and boots and returned them and the hat to the trunk . 'to serve and protect , ' ned said . 