the assembled staff was somewhat puzzled by this turn of events , but realized these people had a unique way of making things come out right . she must place her brother in one of these , and we shall be in peace . ' there was something of the exotic , about it . the backs of his fingers brushed my cheek , and then he wrapped his hand around the nape of my neck and pulled my lips against his . my fingers started to shake , and soon my hands shook as well . two like you have been here before . 