He knew very well his partner would not just let this fly— he knew, and on his drive home he was preparing for the scolding he so dreaded.

“Please do not yell,” he said through a tired groan as he pulled your body to him, wrapping his arms around you as he buried his injured face in your neck. He was well aware of your weakness to his affection, and this is the only ticket he had out of that scolding.

“It was merely a small mishap, I promise I am in good health.”