Edward took the Joker's embrace in stride, tilting his head in good humor. No need to offend his generous host, after all. Whatever sour effect Crane had on the detective vanished in an instant as Eddie laid eyes on the curious creature of chaos.

How different. The scars were most eye-catching; his Joker's signature smile was quite different. And yet, both managed to impose a chilling effect. How curious indeed.

"You're too kind, really," Eddie replied, amicably patting Joker's well-tailored back. "And I'm charmed."

But then Dent had to open his double-crossing mouth. Edward scowled at lawyer, his color diminishing into a stark pale within seconds. An Elliot, here in this world? Fucking hell, was there no end to this misery?