i smacked my hands against my legs . she looked at me with big eyes . he raised one eyebrow and waited . `` he was really fast , and he never missed . `` did your mother make your packed lunch ? '' i do n't have the time to woo you with sweet words and a soft touch . '' i just didnt have time , today to ask around . he hugged me to him , breathing his concern into the crown of my head . i let go of her , and stepped back . 