i study the dense bushes for any sign of disturbance , but again , i see nothing . every movement is hard work and you ca n't see your knees . i dont understand whats taking him so long , but dont worry . staying here was never part of the plan . `` are the monkeys with the guns still alive ? '' i ca n't even come up with something smooth . it lacked the ability to make her breath catch , but she recognized it for what it was-the earl was suddenly more intrigued by her as well . 