Robert just sat there on the ground as he tried to regain his composure. He winced as he heard Bunbury and hoped that she liked him enough not to yell at him. He really wasn't in a state to take it right now. Hearing Lyra's words he heard the truth behind it. She knew what he was going through. They had talked a bit about it but never broached the subject but there was no denying she knew and for that he loved her.

He watched as she stood up and spoke to the professor his love for his best friend growing even more as she covered for him. He didn't deserve such a friend. His tears stopped as he gained control of himself though his eyes were still teary and he laughed softly at her remark. "I don't think I paid attention to what colour it was to be honest. Here let me help you..." he said quietly as he started picking up the broken shards. "Thanks."