I'm sure you've tried, but I'm not sure you've had support while trying and that can make a huge difference, Rich.

(It wasn't like any of those tabloids showed any consistent faces. He had to wonder if Richie had any real friends in this new life of his. No, he couldn't of. If he did there would of been someone at the party already trying to help or at the very least not just leaving Richie alone.)

Hey, wow, fuck you. It absolutely matters. You matter.

(Eddie's voice got a little higher, but he's careful not to make it too high. He knew the hell of a bad hangover and he didn't want to torment him.)

I'm not really giving you a choice here, dude. I'm gonna stick around and be up your ass twenty four seven until we get your shit together. Okay? You and me. It's always been you and me.