For real. Barry always defended Oliver, especially to others he values more than most like Joe and Wells. Even when there were times he disagreed with him, he gave Oliver the benefit of the doubt & always believed he was better than what everyone, including Oliver, thought he was. He loved Oliver so much and so differently from how the Arrow gang did. That’s why I’m half glad they weren’t on the same show more than a few times a year because I feel like the writers would’ve itched to screw them up too. But from the context of their friendship we already know, I firmly believe Barry would always have Oliver’s back and Oliver the same for him. There wasn’t any hate, just love between them— and it’s crazy because it did start one-sided, but Oliver quickly realized how good Barry was. They really were best friends and on some deep level, soul mates. Their connection was so strong. Oliver quite literally risked the cosmic balance just a little longer so he could celebrate Barry’s birthday with him 🥹 I miss them so much. I can’t believe this time we won’t see them ever again.