The Ride Was Quiet
Burt and Timothy drove in tense silence, the only sound was the engine hum and car creaks on the winding road. Burt felt guilty for not being a better father, wanting to reach out but unsure how. Timothy’s expression was unreadable, his eyes a mix of fear and confusion. Burt knew he must bridge the gap between them, but didn’t know how. The silence grew heavier with each passing minute.