so close to perfect , he did n't deserve her . then he grabbed luis by the arm and led him out to the cab while luis was still rambling something about not giving hunter any sugary drinks while they were gone . as he turned away , she almost called out for him . the manager thinks for a moment , blinks , nods . `` it should buy us some time . '' ben 's breath was warm against her face , his voice an intimate whisper in her ear . 