there was really only one last thing to check . i tried to pull it back , but he was stronger . i hit a wall as solid as the one that protected my brother 's mind . i know how crazy that sounds , but it 's the truth . i could have kept an eye on you . '' `` you want me to , do n't you ? '' when he drew back , he looked down at her . rand was singing , under his breath , very softly . 