i pointed to the bug , and touched my thumb and forefinger together twice in front of my right eye . shes going with me , he said , reflection in his voice . more perspiration coated his golden skin . `` such manners , '' she said , pretending to wipe away a tear . still , lily was growing ; she was nearly at heather 's chest . some were known to whip boys until their backs bled . she stopped in her tracks when she saw jordan , pretending to be surprised . 