answering slowly , i said , `` i do n't want to , but i have to . there were so many things she 'd wanted to know and i was helpless where she was concerned . he muttered , his eyes looking into mine , his words a dare . his long dark hair was a mess . he followed her inside and closed the door . when i got on buttercup , she started getting feisty with me . `` the moment they were away from the house , beth tried to talk the others into fleeing . 