as i 'd slipped through the front door that night , i still had n't known what i was going to tell them , but when i 'd seen them in the living room , waiting for me , i 'd realized they already knew . lynettes windows were sealed to keep out the light . rick reached up and took both of her hands in his and lead her around to where he could look into her eyes . `` i understand you 're in a difficult position with my work . '' 