you see things one way : your way . '' now tell me how that makes you feel , soldier ? i opened the door a little wider , crept out into the hall , and sat , knees to my chin , along the stairs . did he just call me toots ? `` both the elves and us in our war , '' she said , her grip going white on her staff . the footsteps coming down the hall got closer . he left the room for a moment and came back with a bowl and towel . 