Feeling his eyes on her made her heart beat a bit faster.

In the soft light of the night, his stare felt too intense, too familiar.

Karina swiftly turned to look out the window, scooting away to create some space between them, showing she was done interacting.

Carlow caught her slight movement, the amusement in his gaze growing.

The car merged onto the freeway, cruising silently down the open road.

Karina felt the weariness creeping over her. She stifled a yawn as she leaned against the window, succumbing to a quick nap.

Attentive to her every move, Carlow promptly covered her with his coat once she dozed off.

He couldn't resist the urge to gently caress her face, captivated by her striking profile.

Meanwhile, Hyatt focused on the road ahead, his ears attuned to the sounds emanating from the backseat. After a prolonged silence, he stole a glance in the rearview mirror.

Suddenly, a car up ahead slammed on its brakes, catching Hyatt off-guard. He hastily pressed down on the brakes, causing the two in the back to jolt forward.

Carlow's expression tightened, his hand freezing mid-air before instinctively shielding Karina's forehead to prevent her from hitting the seat in front.

Relieved to see she was still asleep, Carlow let out a sigh of relief.

“Hyatt, could you drive a bit more cautiously?" he reprimanded in a hushed tone.

Hyatt sighed in his heart. He had volunteered to drive, yet not a word of gratitude came Barlow's way.

Carlow tenderly adjusted Karina closer, allowing her to rest against his shoulder.

Karina, exhausted, remained oblivious, merely furrowing her brow before finding a more comfortable position, unconsciously intertwining her arm with Carlow's as she drifted back into sleep.

Sitting up straight, Carlow savored the delicate fragrance enveloping him, a faint smile gracing his Lips.

ALL of a sudden, he heard Karina muttering, "Barlow."

His heart skipped a beat as he turned to gaze at the sleeping woman, a whirlwind of emotions stirring within him.

Was she calling out to him even in her dream?