[It spoke volumes to him that he hadn't gotten even a hint of a laugh out of his friend with that antic. They might be needing something stronger than beer.

He listens and frowns, taking time to think of how to respond. He was terribly biased here and he knew it. This man loved Era like a daughter and he didn't want to take that lightly.]

What part are you having the most difficulty with? The part about her not realizing she's hurting you or the fact that she's hurting you at all?