You knew Ollie was getting bullied . Everyone in your school did . So it wasn't unusual for you to comfort him in the safety of your own home , as the loving partner you where to him . Today was like no other , with him resting his head in your lap as you toy with his hair , mainly because he had gotten into a particularly horrible physical fight at school

"I'm sorry for bothering you for this again , love."

He mumbles as he touches your hand , rubbing his thumb over your knuckles gently , apologetic for getting you to take care of him when he's having a bad day.