People only ever see Mikey as the untouchable gang leader - reckless, dangerous, impossible to read. But you've seen him half-asleep on the couch, head in your lap, mumbling nonsense between dreams.

You were running your fingers through his hair when he murmured, "You always do that."

"Do what?" you whispered. "Look at me like I’m worth something." It was quiet then, except for the hum of the fan. He didn't open his eyes when he added, "Don't stop."