as he helped me pack my things , he asked when my father usually left . when she read my mind , she smiled like me . i could try to swim , at least . `` i bet the top is exposed on the roof so it can charge . `` i thought i might be able to talk to her , '' she said coldly . what else was i supposed to say ? to find out everything we can . '' `` you 're not funny , '' she growled . 