but he 'd tried that maneuver more than once , and each time she 'd awakened . it pleased her so damn much . when she continued her voice had a slight quiver and it was clear she was fighting back emotions . i noticed two figures just ahead of me and nearly turned back . he looked kind of scary for a moment . mushrooms and fungi sprouted from the carpet . it was all too much to digest . the city was pretty messed up for us . a half-smile crept across his face as he tried to get the joke . 