When I got stuck in the car, Dino asked, "I thought you weren't coming with us, Zach?"

"Can they leave without me? Of course, my presence is required because I will be driving," I replied.

"They can ride in my car if you don't come," Dino said.

"Stupid!" I exclaimed.

I got in my car and drove away.

"Have you all fastened your seat belts?" I asked.

"Yes."

"Are we going to poopa and mooma, daddy?" Rizza asked.

"They're not in town right now, Rizza; they're in another country," Rina responded.

"Is that correct?"

"Yes, Uncle David has a business meeting in France, so Aunt Rebecca and Melody have also...