I have to say I think you had a change of heart over Russell 's motivations. Not that I am complaining. It certainly makes Eric's 'demons' easier to cope with

Tears. Hep I think Eric finally reached rock bottom.
Man, for these two to have a HEA after this... This is all kinda messed up. Lots of work to do!

Umm... Meiowwww. Pull the claws in Sook, you might hurt someone!
and Eric *slap*

Ok... Theses two are going to have a long road back to each other

Anger as a coping mechanism. This... Might work

Ahhhh... I have no words

Oh Sookie. Dang I thing this is going to get a lot worse before it gets better.
I am enjoying this story, even with all the dark angst. I have hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Gah Eric you are a dick! You have been waiting for the L word for how long, and even if you have a point, there is a way to broach the concerns. Over the phone in anger is not advisable.
Gah this is going to be messy.

Dang it all... I could see Sookie spiralling. I really hope she can hold on.
And , Eric... Wow these two are both in major need of counselling

Ummmmm... Crap?

That is ... Hmmm... Baggage lots and lots of baggage for these two! I think they need a jumbo jet to fit it in if they go travelling

Crap. Angry sex is possibly not what they both needed.

Hmm... The picture of a dad that put together an elaborate birthday party doesn't gel with the vindictive dad. However s the Sophie-Anne things was fishy.
But dang Eric ain't going to be happy!

Ok, a night with his friends and daddy shows up. Ick

Unfortunately Sookie's situation happens IRL, and her reaction is not abnormal. It does explain a lot. I am glad Eric is being so supportive.