I really want Eric to return for a couple of reasons.

1. Eric gave Regina that love and stability she needed
2. He's the first man she really allowed into her heart since Angelo.

I'm really hoping that the writers let Eric work out his crap with Will's mother so he can stop running.

I truly believe Eric is a good guy, he's trying to protect his son from a bad mother. I say put that whole situation to rest and give the man custody of his son.