Steve felt bad for the guy, he really did. Yeah, that smile made Steve a little weak in the knees, which was pretty bewildering, but he looked so desperate for an escape. >

"Yeah, Steve. Come on, let's get out of here."

He was already walking, giving Julie a little wave and frown as he moved out the door and picked a random direction. Just turned and walked.

"Sorry about that" Because it was his fault, clearly. "You all right?"