there was a rush of cool air , and he staggered backward into the night . happen that 's the way of all things . i said nothing , but he , as though he knew my mind , said , `` you know it is right . '' i can sense that you have magic too , and that it does not frighten you . he looked like a short , squat man with mossy hair and milky eyes . i stared at the screen , afraid i would miss something . 