`` and she told you that i came in the other night and bought several bottles of wine . '' do not try that , of course . the antique oak furniture had been there for almost a century , as had the books and shelves that covered one wall . as you know it can take a long time to effect change . is she still under the influence of that blasted craziness ? but you didnt come here on your own . but nick 's mind was whirring now . 