chapter 4 i woke up dreaming that group of nasty people had taken my canoe and were trying to burn it . a wash in cold water and a short series of press-ups had their effect he was full of energy again . `` i come here because i must , and because you are the only person who can help . `` i wo n't hide what i feel and wave you off with a smile . '' he was cute too , but big enough to look dangerous . 