The copy machine deserved it.
Taking another breath, Phil shut his eyes tight and let himself lean into the touch, soaking it in like he thought he had to store it up. “Thank you, Sir,” he whispered again, almost too quiet.
Another shaky breath and a choked off sob, followed by an attempt at a steadying breath and swallowing it back.
“I’ve got you.” Jasper repeated, more firmly this time. “I’m not going anywhere.” His fingers curled to the back oh Phil’s neck. “You don’t have to hide.”








