when she glanced around the table , she realized she 'd spaced out on more than just one hand . you could never imagine his strength . why do you think we have so many mathematicians ? every time there was a side to pick . but , he would do things that made me wonder . hit the nail on the head , huh ? she wanted to say more , but did n't have the words to offer comfort to him . she stood there in rising frustration and doubt as she watched him walk up the stairs . 