Ethan's POV
The morning sun beat down on the parking lot, its rays reflecting off the asphalt and creating a shimmering haze. We huddled around my cars, shielding our eyes from the glare. Everyone had their weekend bags ready, tossed casually at their feet, or slung over their shoulders.
Excitement buzzed in the air like an electric current, and I could practically feel the anticipation radiating from each of us as we prepared for our beach getaway.
"Here." I tossed the SUV keys to Matthew. "Try not to wreck it."
"You trust me with your precious baby?" Matthew caught them with exaggerated reverence.
"It's insured." I shrugged. "And you're the only one who won't try to race it."
"Hey!" Henry protested. "I'm responsible."
"You got a speeding ticket last week for doing 90 in a school z
