the road had looked long when we 'd set out , but in no time , we 'd reached the temple . aunt b 's oldest son brought up the rear . are we talking about a business deal or a relationship here ? leaning back down , the words were whispered once more . dont go and do anything crazy . there was a chair rail around the room . not just because i was alone in the dark . my fingers were covered in blood . he saw the red burn marks on her arm where her shirt rolled up . 