i did n't think i 'd have a great advantage waving my swords around in such a tight space . not that he had any idea about that . i knew that they could hear it , too . i just didnt expect it , thats all . `` and we reach minimum safe distance in thirty-five seconds , '' he added . i 'd barely noticed that she was n't really talking . `` be quiet , boo , '' i whispered with my cheek pressed to his fur . yeah , he mumbled , rubbing the back of his neck . 