he could tell from the upset look on pauls face that he was kind of expecting this answer , but was not really happy to hear it . she 'd been the queen of hearts- `` it did n't help you the first time . '' gabby informed me briefly and left . the path before us looked likewise unreal , the trace disappearing into strange trees and unknown shadows . `` did you see your grams again ? '' but i think we can work all that out without too much trouble . 