Mick is a million times more charismatic than Lee, so wouldn't
have been bullied at work. With Linda, his relationship seems to be defined by plenty of physical affection, so he'd have got her in a tight hug and crooned 'L, sweetheart, you know I'd never hurt you on purpose, baby, but we needed the dosh for the kiddies' Chrimbo.'
I liked how menacing Mick was when he spoke to Lee about the arrest. More of that please!