the people who have given them cures , helped them when they were desperate ? how long had he been in the hospital ? it was nasty outside , cold and gray , with rain that was trying hard to be snow . it seems you will have your revenge , after all . i do n't call unless it 's important , so answer your line , okay ? '' from somewhere in the darkness there was a humorous snort at her formal use of his name . he removed her shoes and socks . 