i tried to shake it off as i got ready for bed . `` such a big conclusion from a few books . '' he looks down at me and smiles , a genuine , heart-warming smile that melts my heart . he was sure it had still glowed before the bridge run . as we approach the end , benny pulls farther ahead , but it 's not over yet . cole tried not to react , but he knew the ruckus must be for them . then his face drained of color , and he stared at me , frozen . 