he fetched a ladder from the back shed and planted it against the back wall of the house . he explored every inch of my skin with the tips of his fingers , tracing each curve with the tip of his tongue . his words sent a shiver down my spine . she felt them there , so hot on her skin she thought they were going to leave burn marks . `` the lady will take care of herself , thank you . because of you he 's still alive long after he ought to be dead , all that crap . ' 