`` because i know you do n't see the truth . there were n't no fresh air coming down , and that meant no vents , no way for me to sneak in nor out . i 'm carrying me , all the supplies and you on my back . after everything ... you are my friend . '' `` thank you , '' i say , then slide a filled mug his way . he closed the book on a finger and said , `` look at me and tell me what you see . '' 