"I know you won't," I sighed returning my attention to the road. It was a good thing too, as a sharp turn was just ahead. I applied pressure to the brake, though not nearly enough. As we rounded the turn, it felt like gravity pulled at our sides.

"Easy there, Captain," Mom said as she gripped the armrest tightly.

Suddenly, a loud CLANG burst from the back as my equipment banged together followed by the sound of metal rolling around. Something came loose.

"Shit!" I chastised myself. "Kelly can you check to see what that was?"

Kelly rolled her eyes and unclasped her seatbelt.

"Fine," she said. "But try not...