one of her arms was hooked to what looked to be a tiny silver funnel . he goes to grab my shoulders and i look at the front door in alarm . but the ocean , now there was another matter entirely . ill be a good girl and watch . running a hand down my face , i tell him quietly , `` lily . the police officer who 'd been standing at the door ran past him as he approached . he worked his arms tighter around her . as she made the promise , she felt a similar promise being made . 