the batter hit a sharp ground ball to the shortstop , julies husband . she only hoped she had n't destroyed him . if he liked it , they 'd have a good time . shed told stone that she needed to rest , but there would be no sleep surrounded by so many dead . 'has n't returned to the house , ' she threw over her shoulder as she moved quickly to open the exit door for him . just as grace had told him . 'i take it you had a great date . ' 