[bennies]

I don't really like your line. I'd bet the flop to represent the Ace. Ordinarily a small bet will do but on this board I think 2/3 pot is better. If called, I'm pretty much done with the hand

You decided to check the flop. Why did you bet the turn? Are you scared of the straight draw? I wouldn't be. Villain is only drawing to 6 outs with an oesd or a pair. As you said yourself Hero is either way behind or way ahead so try to get to a cheap showdown.