the strong , even feel of his pulse reassured her that he enjoyed their kisses as much as she did . her gut was telling her he was responsible for buying her house . regret and fear and worry braid together and become my spine , the things that hold me up . youre right , im sure there is a very logical explanation . his shots flew over billy into the bully , smashing him across the floor . she leaned , resting her forehead against her hand , against the tree , her eyes remaining closed . 