others have tried ... but they did n't know the secret . '' my heart had n't had time to stop racing ; my hands shook . she was on the edge , he knew it . it did not work like that . she was forced to step near him as she adjusted the strap beneath his chin . he 'd had bones broken before-on purpose , by an enemy . it was nearly as cold as the mountains . he 'd been here for over five hours and had n't even thought about work once . 