"Well, at least there's that." Eric crossed his arms over his chest and leaned back against the counter. He was relieved that the cooked meat had won out.
"Does Baba know about this turn of events yet?" It wouldn't surprise him in the least if she did. She had a way of knowing things. Of discovering things she'd be interested in. But if she didn't know, she needed to find out immediately.
He really was determined to get Henry to talk. Doubt was sinking in a little bit, however. This beastly version of the boy didn't seem to even respond to Eric's words in any way. Speaking seemed way out of reach, at least right now.