How do you get passed Stevie on Resident Evil code veronica x

In order to get past Steve, you must a good amount of healing items. At least two full herbs will do. The reason being is because he hits really hard. It gets Claire to either Orange Caution or Danger. Hurry and heal yourself. He can totally kill you. Just keep running. The second time he hits you, heal yourself again. Then, just keep running. You will end up being victorious. Then, he dies after he confesses his love for Claire.