she still could eat very little , but she forced herself to drink water every day . she watched me come to the table and i read her expression easily enough . and then bo did n't even try . `` you think that boy 's in love with you ? those bad men needed to be put away , so i squeaked out a weak , i think so . she must be as incredible as she looks . '' every fine hair stands on end , and i arch my back in response to his long , hot stroke . 