she was thrilled to have them all there , one big , happy family . `` so ... '' i cleared my throat and aimed for safer conversation . i had no identification or anything to prove my claim , so i kept repeating the address where my parents lived in new york . chapter three though there are no windows , the harsh overhead light from the bulb slowly draws me awake . `` my poor baby , '' she breathed , kissing his cheek . even if that means i have to die to protect her . 