Jeremy stepped into his house and closed the door gently behind him. He could hear his mother speak in the living room. He walked in just in time to see her press the end button on her phone. Apparently, she had been on a call.

"Hi, mum." He called and she turned around. "I'm home."

"Hey,dear." June forced a smile on her face. "Welcome. How was school?"

"Could be better." He muttered, looking away.

June raised her eyebrows at his comment and wanted to question it until she saw a slight bruise on his forehead.

"Jeremy!" Her motherly instinct kicked in and she rushed towards him. She cupped his face...