( stephen's determination is noted, but it's pushing hard enough that jason decides the easiest path to take here is the one that gets him the fuck out of here. he's counting at least two 'no's' with strange still trying for it. he's not sticking around for number three. so he pulls himself up to his feet, coffee still in hand. )

You've got an easier line in with me than most. ( free hand raising to scratch at the back of his head. a reminder of his fun and exciting gifts from new amsterdam. ) Use it if you need it. You're not gonna find my name anywhere else. ( well. ) Not me with it.