he did want her , more than any other woman in his past . you have n't had a drink since then . '' he swiped at the ketchup on his chin with his napkin . i followed his gaze , my heart lurching in my chest . `` well , he must take after my mother . his lips were just a few inches away , but i closed my eyes , grateful that he just wanted to hug me for now . they wouldnt let us see you . i should be trying to help them . 