[ He could use Henderson as a neutral third-party and gather intel. But it feels too impersonal, and Eddie's always been shit when it comes to self preservation. ]

Okay. I'll call. Just to check in, make sure he's okay. And, you know, make damn well sure he knows I'm not okay with being jerked around.

[ As much of a douchebag as Steve used to be, he isn't sure Steve would be that cruel as to play around with Eddie's feelings so callously. So maybe they will get through this, talk this out, find out what all went wrong. Maybe it would all work out.

He has to hope, anyway. ]

You'll be around in case I need a pick me up afterwards, yeah?