As he drove, an uneasy silence enveloped us. Although I wanted to lighten the mood, he seemed reluctant to engage.
"I told you I can drive so you can relax," I said
, trying to break the quiet.
Despite my attempt, he responded cautiously.
"Just stay put. And don't disturb me."
I smiled at his hesitance, wanting to reassure him.
"Mmm, I didn't mean to intrude. I'm just making conversation," I replied, hoping to ease the tension.
He had expressed a desire for us to have our own separate car for our trip to the mall, but I had insisted we share his car instead.
"Who else have you been driving around in your car besides me?" I asked, noticing him steal a glance in my direction.
"A friend? An ex-girlfriend? Carlotta? Your dad?" I continued, probing for answers.
"Why do you want to kno
