"Miss Hammond, I couldn't help but notice how you've been eyeing me since you got into the car. Are you quite interested in me?" Tristan remarked with a grin.

Upon hearing Tristan's unexpected comment, Layla quickly snapped out of it and averted her gaze. Feeling nervous under his playful stare, she chuckled awkwardly and said, "Well, Mr. Frucht, you certainly know how to crack a joke. Here I am. I'm getting off now. Thanks for giving me a ride home today."

With that, she ...