Jesse yawned and said, "Man, I'm beat. And Eric's couch is calling my name. Well, g'night Mari. I don't know if you'll want to stay after I go to sleep. I won't really be good company or anything." He chuckled humorlessly at his joke, sitting down on the couch.
Lucy, of course, remained fast asleep, able to sleep peacefully for the first time in what seemed like months, maybe even a year. The feeling of security she gained from being around Asher was a strange one, but it definitely was nice. She murmured softly in her sleep, but the words were unintelligible.
Eric said, "Honestly, any time you're up to coming over, would be fine with me. I have nothing to do tomorrow, which is great. So, if you want to, you could drop in early, or wait until later. Whatever fits you best." He grinned, turning and walking out the door. "You don't have to give me notice! Just drop in! It'll be like a surprise!" With that, he darted home, not exactly sure if he should trust Jesse in his apartment.