"Buckle up," Ethan said, starting the car.

Lila blushed and quickly did.

She sneaked a look at him - he was just in his shirt and dress pants now, his coat tossed in the back.

"Do you think I'm handsome?" he asked suddenly.

Lila turned redder, lost for words.

At a red light, Ethan turned to look at her meaningfully.

"Mr. Caldwell, I wanted to thank you for helping me that day," she finally managed.

Ethan stayed quiet.

"There's a bus stop ...