i got here as fast as possible , ready to get on my knees and beg you to forgive me for doing that to you ... it never occurred to me you 'd be gone . '' `` but you make a good point about not bothering with one . '' the woman rose from her seat with some effort and moved to the window , sliding it open . it was the cloud talking , not the star . this has been my life for some time . she had to help him keep hold of the glass . 