`` because i broke my rule with you and that was the only time i ever have . '' the yard was under water from the nights rain , and carl wondered how the animals would fare in the open in this weather . its the only way to get to the top and stay there for as long as he has . this time the voice sounded like it had come from above him . he still has like 60 friends that adore him , way , way , way more than most people . 