there was no way around it , and i knew she would n't back up in that mess . `` i 'm hoping you can help me figure that out . '' his smile faded as he said the name . `` why does everyone always talk in riddle to us ? '' but i can make you understand everything ! `` the girl in your arms is n't me , '' i said . it was like it knew what i was thinking . '' it splashed her cheeks , ran down her chin , splattered the shredded remains of the chiton . 