( small talk. god, eddie hates small talk, but he supposes it would be awkward to just walk in silence. he isn't sure how long this traveling together schtick will last, and the last thing he wants is to get on this guy's bad side. besides, he's already committed to getting them a room. )

Eddie. Not Edward or Ed. Not unless you're my parents, and I really hope you're not.

( he flashes steve a cheeky grin as he follows steve towards their destination. )

So, Steve. ( he is definitely committing that name to memory. ) You, uh. Travel a lot? Or is this your first big adventure?