without anyone to turn to , she could have been persuaded to stay with him a little longer even after the battle with his uncle . `` but , '' said ming , `` that does n't make sense . oh , youve got that rag in your mouth , of course thats it . she 'd changed the subject pretty damn fast . the others rushed out of their shelters . i asked , trying to be upset , but they were too cute . for such a precious time , he 'd even made her hope . 