but i refused to let go of it , despite how little it helped me . he would n't tell her the cost to his strength while he was keeping her warm and scanning constantly for the enemy . she fought against the tears that wanted to spill from her eyes . as much as i wanted to scream and call for help , i knew there would be no point . i usually do n't tell a date that i 'm overwhelmed by their beauty on the second date either . '' 