but when he spoke it was in a voice that was quiet , firm and ice-cold . there was , but only if it was returned in good condition . unfortunately for him , his plan worked too well . and who wouldnt want to stomp grapes ? and , hey , i was getting eighty thousand dollars-i could afford a taxi to the west side . again , he was staring right at her . he asked me one day in the kitchen , as i unpacked the groceries . he seems to appreciate a direction in this conversation between strangers . 