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Christopher didn't like the idea of leaving Erik along, and while the teen said it was alright, Chris just knew it wasn't. Out of impulse, he hugged Erik once again and began to cry now. It was now his turn to weep. Chris was just so worried and scared by this point that he didn't know what to do. This situation was proving to be completely taxing. His tears soon faded though and he regained his composure. "I'll be back as soon as I can. I promise you that."

"If you need to, you can stay in my cabin while I'm gone," Christopher told the boy. "You're free to use my laptop and I have DVDs in my suitcase so if you want to watch something, feel free to. Also, just in case you're interested, I have some downloaded MST3K episodes on there as well."

Still embracing Erik, Christopher didn't want to really let go. He seriously already felt very attached to the kid. It seemed like Erik should be his brother. As that notion remained in mind, Chris's little tail began to twitch in a wagging type of locomotion. He barely took notice.

"Just please promise you'll stay put until I return," Christopher enforced this notion once more. He wanted to be absolutely sure that the teenage boy would not disappear on him while he was away. Even if he felt the person could be trusted, Chris usually kept himself cautious, wary, and always double checking. It was simply part of his nature.

After a long moment of the embrace, Christopher told himself that Erik was probably feeling smothered so he removed his arms and stood up. "When I get back, I'll make you something to eat, ok? I might also need a hand because I plan to make a stop at the grocery store on the way home as well."

Chris notices the smile on Erik's which made him feel content. He couldn't help but smile as well. His tail continued to wag slightly. This time he did take notice but only rolled his eyes about it, not really caring.

Grabbing his keys once more, Christopher rushed to the door and waved goodbye. "I'll be back in a little while. I'll make sure to pick up something for dinner too."

Chris closed the door behind him, letting out a sigh, and just slumped on the stoop outside the cabin. But he soon collected himself once more by taking in the scenery of the dark blue hue of the sky above him, and the woods surrounding the area. He stood up and made his way back to his prized Hemicuda. But then it occured to him he should stop in and see Minna first, perhaps even have her keep an eye out for Erik just to be on the safe side. He turned away from his car and entered the main office.

After his quick little visit with Minna, Christopher hopped into his car with a little glee. The night clerk had brightened his mood temporarily. As he started up the black 1979 'Cuda, Chris hoped he would be back soon enough.

Erik had been back at Chris' cabin for over an hour after successfully hiding his pointed ears with tape back at his place. Now, he was comfy in a chair doodling. Although he wasn't exactly great, it gave him something to do. However, his contentness was shattered when he heard Minna's voice. He didn't who she was or what she looked like, since, afterall he was practically passed the last time they met. Peering into the room she was in, he spoke in a meek, quiet voice. "Can I help you?"

"Oh, I'm fine." he replied. He then slowly walked into plain view so Minna could fully see him.

Erik scratched his head for a moment, trying to figure out who this woman was. Her voice was familiar, but he couldn't remeber where he heard he at. He then asked "Have we met before, because you sound familiar."

"Yeah, I was pretty much knocked out, I can't remember a thing from last night."

Erik ran hand through his hair, checking to see if the tape holding his ears down was holding up, and unfortunately...it wasn't. The tape was starting to come off, and his ears would be exposed. Blushing nervously, he quickly moved into the other room, reaching for the tape.

With his back up against the wall, Erik tried to put the tape on as fast as he could, hoping that Minna wouldn't walk in on him. As he did, he stuck his arm out in the hallway and waved, speaking in a calm voice "Okay, I will." While he sounded calm for the most, there was slight trace of fear in his voice. In the other room, Erik looked like a nervous wreck, he was sweating, his heart was beating at the speed of sound, and paralayzed with fear.