just before they reached the top , marc said , `` whatever happens , remember i love you . '' did he have that kind of cash ? the sun was bright against the shrubs , trees and flowers . `` he 's protective of everyone in whiskey ridge . '' she looked like she was just about to answer when the door behind them opened up . `` do n't be ridiculous , rose- '' jumping in , he said , `` i agree . `` perhaps the snobby slit would like to challenge me . '' 