he took the steps two at a time . i want a pet , but ca n't bring myself to get one that would actually disrupt my life , so i settle for a fish instead . she nodded and followed him as they descended lower and lower . `` are you saying that maybe he could be with me when i watch them get into the helicopter ? '' a blazing fire on which we can roast chestnuts ? '' but that was the way of it . `` we can do something together when i get home . 