That gets a hearty laugh out of Max, because it so utterly true.

"I actually spent time trying to defend Hawkins to Billy, and look on the bright side and all of that, just for you to say that." Another chuckle, this one darker, though.

"It's more the whole inter-dimensional serial killer and demi-dogs, but yeah, it kinda is."

She aims to punch his shoulder, and it has no real bite, smile still on her face. Steve is...kind. She doesn't mind bullying him to get her way when it's important, but something like this? She almost welcomes the hair ruffling.

"I already ran into Eddie, earlier. It'd be nice to see him again. Chrissy's staying at the hotel, too? I ran into Robin. She helped me get a room!"