~~ETHEL~~
I blinked.
What was he trying to imply with that? His whole body seemed rigid, his jaw tense. He'd been this was ever since I mentioned in the car that it was good the evaluation had been moved forward.
Though I'd seen that look on him several times before, it had been a long time since he'd directed it at me.
"My dad called," I said. "He wants me to come by tonight to spend some time with him."
Keanu nodded slowly. "I'll drive you."
"That's not necessary—"
"I'll drive you," he repeated, his tone leaving no room for argument. "And I'm coming in with you."
"Keanu, no." I shook my head. "You know my dad still isn't exactly thrilled about our... relationship. Having you there will just make things tense."
"I don't care if it's tense—"
"I do." I met his eyes. "Please. This
