The car rolled through the quiet streets , the hum of the engine the only sound filling the space between them . Emma stared out of the window , her eyes distant lost in thoughts she couldnt share . David , sitting beside her , felt the heavy silence pressing against him . He couldnt ignore it any longer . The tension in the air was thick , suffocating , and he couldnt stand it . But when he glanced at her , he froze . Her face was pale , and there was a flicker of hurt in her teary eyes . He couldnt tell if it was from the argument earlier or something else entirely , but the sight of her tears made his chest tighten . Davids heart raced , a feeling he was not used to . As CEO , he was accustomed to facing high- pressure situations without the slightest hesitation . His composure never wavered , yet in this moment , all of his usual confidence crumbled . He could feel panic bubbling up , and before he could stop himself , he slammed his foot on the brake and pulled the car to the side of the road . Emma , whats wrong ? he asked worriedly , his voice breaking the silence , full of concern . She looked at him , her eyes red rimmed , and in a quiet voice , she replied , I mind . His confusion deepened . He stared at her , searching her face for a sign of what was troubling her . She met his gaze , but there was no warmth in her eyes just coldness and hurt . I mind that you lied to me , she continued , her voice trembling . I mind that you met with Allison and didnt tell me . You didnt even think to include me . I dont understand . Davids heart sank . The words hit him harder than he expected , and the weight of her disappointment bore down on him . He knew he had made a mistake , but hearing it from her like this felt unbearable . He couldnt let her stay in this state of hurt and confusion . He sighed , leaning back against the seat . He realized that if he didnt explain , she would only . spiral further into this emotional turmoil . He needed to fix it now . Without saying another word , he turned the car around , heading in the opposite direction of their home . Emmas brow furrowed , and she looked out of the window , watching the streets change , becoming unfamiliar . Her anger flared . She couldnt understand why he would do this . Hadnt he heard her ? Was he really that angry about her complaints that he didnt want to go home again ? She seethed , the sadness and frustration mixing with rising fury . You think Im not serious , dont you ? she snapped , angrily wiping away her tears . And where the hell are you going to ? You want to just drop me somewhere random as a way to punish me for meddling in your affairs , dont you ?