i hardly think they can complain now . '' `` you were going to walk in the gardens with me . '' he looked back through the glass . `` no , '' she said , `` you do n't look dangerous . not just his physical attention , but his words and gestures , his protection and devotion . the ring she 'd worn for so many years after his father died . they paused by the dance floor . i feel everything over and over again . 