she wouldnt miss saying good-bye , and the captain has given permission for my family to come aboard , so yes , you will be able to give her your sheet . its fine , well get it later , she said , but he could tell from her expression it was not fine . morning sunlight was creeping through the curtains , warming the entire room , and the clock by the bed read eight thirteen . i gave his hand a squeeze before turning to take off down the street behind riley . something seemed to be wrong with his eyes . 