`` when we get to the hospital , you both get out . we went over it again to be sure we were all in sync . as long as she was interested . had he hurt himself before and not owned up to it ? no , he must be the morning shift , kim replied . bill put his arm around me as i stumbled a little , and i found myself glad he was there to help me . i tried to grab her hand , but she started walking away from me . 