i gasped and sat up , my eyes blinking and my whole body shaking . he was anxious and worried , his wounds aching , but still he was recording in his mind as much information as possible , while twisting his wrists against the ropes . my stomach squirmed as she leaned in . she searched through the contents before holding out two chubby little fingers . how much do i tell you about the business ? i only want to be with you . '' and at the next wash day his beard was once again disappeared . '' 