( he watches for a reaction with a curious expression so, needless to say, eddie is glad to see the beguiled smile that lights up richie's face in a way that makes his heart pound in his chest. quietly, he nods but realizes that it would probably in his best interest to actually talk with richie instead of just staring with wide eyes.

and, so, he finds a seat nearby and sits with a tired sound. )

All the articles I read were singing your praises. ( he says, chuckling but looking at richie warmly. ) I saw a couple of interviews too. It looked like you were having a lot of fun.