his eyes were hard , determined , but fear danced at their edges . he wo n't like having to wait longer than he needs to . '' hysterical , she answered , as if that explained everything . a number of reporters crowded around the steps . in short order , everyone climbed into the napoleon box . it had been one of the reasons she seldom touched alcohol . but now he was standing there , a little awkward , his suitcases in hand , his face still crumpled from sleep . 