A/N: I can't believe how many of you have read my first two short pieces in just twenty four hours! And what amazing feedback! Thank you so much!

Another short drabble. This one will be longer than the others. I was listening to a song today that I hadn't heard in years. "Breakable" by Fisher. While not completely relevant to Sam and Andy's story, some of the words made absolute sense for what they have been going through the last few episodes. Don't worry, this isn't a song ficlet. This is just me as if I were a voice inside Andy's head. At least for this first chapter. Like always, feedback makes me a happy happy woman. Enjoy. :-)

You've always expected him to be the strong one. The one who could be counted on to keep his emotions in check; be the rational one. You've always thought that was just him. That he played everything close to the vest. But four months together have revealed a different side to him.

Inside the stoic, no nonsense cop there is a different man. One who when he isn't in uniform, comes very close to wearing his heart on his sleeve. He plays, he laughs, he jokes. He is more affectionate than what you ever thought he possibly could be. Public displays of affection? Bring it on. He holds your hand, kisses your cheek and lips. He is always touching you in some way. It seems like he has to.

So watching him now, standing apart from the rest of the group that is gathered around Jerry's grave, you expect him to be the strong one. Like always. But instead of the stoic façade you're used to, you see the mask is crumbling.

His eyes are glassy; barely holding back tears as they dart from side to side, not landing on one thing for very long. His jaw clenches and unclenches, just like his fists. He's barely holding it together. It's as if you walked over and touched him, he would shatter. Why are you so surprised to see this?

This man who you thought was invincible; strong enough to take on the world alone and win. This man who, when in his blues, shows no sign of weakness or uncertainty. This man whom you had always turned to for leadership and answers. This man who you always thought was so strong, is all too breakable.