he peeked around the side of them , placing the vase securely in my hands before turning and leaving . instead of saying anything , i just keep driving . she could still make out the tips of the five fingers . but it was nice to have a break from it . he brought his hand up and tapped the tip of his nose . she barely offered a token protest when he 'd hauled her away and stuffed her into the back of his car . he wanted her to find someone else . 