Express Crusader. 2.12.13.
10 across. Character to object to a suite. 7 letters. I have P?R?I??
9 down. He talks incessantly of a balloon. 6 letters. All I can come up with is AIRBAG, thus making the last letter of 10 across to be I. This then gives me PORCINI for 10 across and I don't see that answer as being relevant to the clue. Answers would be greatly appreciated.