in his tent , perry found cinder asleep next to talon . it was half past four on christmas morning . but if i wanted to save everyone , i 'd eventually have to deal with dear old dad so i could finally ask the questions that needed to be asked . his voice was so soothing , and she did n't have the power to fight then . i can lend you an eye mask if you like ? there was a smile in his tone as he spoke gently to her . agnes ... i will ... th-think of s-something ! 