"I know how you feel," Ben assured Richie with a soft smile. "I can't help but look for him lurking in the corner of my eye which I know isn't possible given that we know he's dead but I guess it isn't something you just get over."
Not when it had been such a huge part of their childhood and such a vivid experience when they'd been adults.
"Also, funny thing, I'm rooming with you so not getting rid of me anytime soon."
He briefly squeezed Richie's shoulders before indicating towards the kitchen with his thumb. "Gonna grab some water, you want anything?"