she 'd struck out at him with such violence because she 'd been confused and frightened . i picked myself up from the floor and helped myself to some water . i never want to feel a cold like that again . we must complete our journey before the end of class , you know . 'i mean to say that since we last met you have changed your religion . if that is indeed what this is ... . im not ready to get tied down yet . i nod and we turn the corner . 