"Here, put some of this on."

Handed him the bruise cream I snagged from the office first aid kit, pointing at his cheek and lip.

Pretty sure he and Richard threw down because of me, even if he didn't say it.

Brandon's eyes got all crinkly when he smiled. "Thanks."

He dabbed some on, checking himself in the mirror.

When he was done, he carefully tucked the cream in the glove box.

"No biggie," I ...