Eric

“Been there.” Dan shared the laugh, giving a small nod. “Try not to think too hard on it. Whatever you decide to do, it should be what’s best for /you/ too.”

“Eric, they wouldn’t do so much for you if they didn’t /want/ to. You know that, you’ve met them.” Dan chuckled, shaking his head. “It wouldn’t hurt to at least /ask/, y’know?”

“What about Yan’s dad?” Dan suggested.

“Okay, I get you.” Dan gave a nod, one hand scratching at his chin as he thought. “Well then, why not give it to someone else? Someone you can trust to take care of it?”

“Ah, I see. So a lot got dropped onto your plate at once.” Dan gave a nod, closing his eyes and thinking for a moment. “Do you /want/ to own the company?” He turned his gaze back to Eric. “Cuz if not, letting his company die with him sounds like what he deserves.”

“I see. Were you expecting to get the company, or was it just dropped on you suddenly?” Dan raised a brow.

“Been there.” Dan nodded in understanding. “Still, I’d be willing to hear ya out if you need a new perspective on things.”

“Would it help if ya put those thoughts into words?” Dan suggested, slipping his hands into his pockets as he continued leaning on the doorframe.

“Seems pretty important if you’re thinking about it that hard.” Dan tilted his head, watching Eric carefully.

“Sorry, didn’t mean to startle ya.” Dan apologized, leaning on the doorframe. “You sure? You seem anxious about something—more than usual, that is.”

Dan’s gonna give a gentle knock on the doorframe to get his attention. “Hey. You doin alright?”