it would n't be forever ; it would grow . then much to their surprise , curt entered the room and greeted them both with a friendly smile . hard work , while required , is no guarantee of success . `` how long you in town for ? '' she wore baggy jeans and a tired smile . we took our shot and ran like hell with it . probably at least some of it was stolen . `` there 's a war going on out there , you know . '' he paused , then went on in a lower voice . 