Re: comm: eddie/steph.
[Weakly. Flop on the couch.] I didn't break it on purpose. And, you don't really think I think you're predictable. I mean in some ways, the important ways, but I am, too. But, you aren't, you aren't- [Pause. Sound of a struggle. Thoughtfully.] I can't get my tie off. Come help me get my tie off.
[In a very Riddler way.] You can't hide a bunch of somethings and expect me not to look for them. [Then the tone is gone. Sigh.] I ruined your reputation, didn't I? You don't have to say it. I feel it. And, lately I've been feeling like I need to make things right. Smoother. Easier. Especially for you.