[ Ed lets out a long sigh, looking both annoyed and grateful, somehow. he can't deny Al, no matter what he wants. ]

You two can't keep teaming up against me. It's not fair, you know. You're supposed to agree with me, not her.

[ there's no heat behind his voice though, and he shifts to lay back down, arms behind his head. ]

I'm sorry, Al. Can't keep my arm and leg in decent shape. It's slowing us down. I just want to get you your body back.