between rawhide and pole could be seen flickers of miniature lightning which danced along the entire length of the gap . billy and rick hoisted linden 's dead weight to the men on board the chopper . his steps sound behind me , but i focus on finding two wine glasses and the corkscrew , and try to think of a safe subject . we will never be your pets . although not enthusiastic , sandy nodded his head . good as i ever was and ready for more . i went to bed that night and woke feeling rested . 