she did n't appear to be going too fast-she probably thought she was home free and did n't want to attract the attention of any police . the crackle of flames grew louder behind him . i dont say anything and start to creep back towards the babies . `` well , it 's been very nice speaking with you . '' side by side , they walked forward into the circle and stood in front of the totem . but she said you werent here . 