Julien rubbed his thumb against the back of Alfie's hand, worrying because Alfie was right - he only had Alfie to worry about but Alfie had so many more people that he cared about in this school...
He was a little surprised when Alfie tugged him over but not reluctant in the slightest. It was the best thing to happen to him all week in fact and he put his arms over Alfie's around him, holding back and feeling Alfie speak against his ear. "You're right." he said with a sigh, playing with Alfie's fingers. "At least if anything is going to happen we might know ahead of time. Might be able to get your sisters out of here."