As expected, the car ride was incredibly awkward.

Except for Oliver, who was watching cartoons, probably no one was comfortable.

The atmosphere in the car was stifling. I felt like I could barely breathe.

I rolled down the window, and the fresh air gave me some relief.

Ten minutes more passed. The same silence continued, and Oliver, tired out, had closed his eyes.

The car grew even quieter. I couldn't take it anymore and reached to turn on the radio.

But ...