[Is Eddie slowing them down? Yes, undoubtedly. But is he not even worth the effort? Hell no. He's worth it. He knows he is.
The crook of the cane hooks itself around Edward's leg, and once the Once-ler grabs onto Edward's hands, he takes quick hold of the Once-ler's wrists in return. Even if Annie isn't trying, at least these two are are. And for a thirteen-year-old boy and a stringy little beanpole? They're actually strong enough to stop those hands from dragging Edward much further.
With another desperate flail of his leg, Edward crushes the hands against the ground, forcing them to release him. Which means they'll be flying back deeper into the bubble right... about...
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The crook of the cane hooks itself around Edward's leg, and once the Once-ler grabs onto Edward's hands, he takes quick hold of the Once-ler's wrists in return. Even if Annie isn't trying, at least these two are are. And for a thirteen-year-old boy and a stringy little beanpole? They're actually strong enough to stop those hands from dragging Edward much further.
With another desperate flail of his leg, Edward crushes the hands against the ground, forcing them to release him. Which means they'll be flying back deeper into the bubble right... about...
Now.]