Antonio tried to hide the smile on his face. Camila just made this a lot easier, breaking the suffocating tension. This was what he liked her: she was perceptive and smart. Clearly, she wanted to get him out of this uncomfortable situation.

Antonio stood up, giving Ernesto a sharp side glance. Ernesto's smile was gone; his eyes were narrowed as Antonio guided Camila out of the room.

Once outside, they both got into the car, and the doors slammed shut, instantly trapping them in a heavy silence.

"So, want me to ask first before you tell me?" Camila finally broke the quiet.

Antonio started fastening his seat belt as he...