What have I gotten myself into??

TRISTIN'S POV

"I’m new at this, remember?"

I laughed. "Alright, alright. Easy on the gas. Let’s just coast a bit."

She managed to get the car moving more smoothly, and I began giving instructions. "Turn left here. No, the other left! Brake! Not that hard! Gently, Eva, gently!"

She hit the gas instead of the brake, and the car lurched forward again. I clutched my chest in mock terror. "Eva! Are you trying to end my life? I still have so much to live for!"

She burst out laughing, despite her nerves. "I’m not trying to kill you, I promise!"

"Could’ve fooled me," I muttered, though I was smiling. "Alright, let’s try that turn again. And remember, slow and steady wins the race."

We spent the next hour driving around, with me alternating between teasing her and giving overly dramatic reactions to her mistakes. At one point, she attempted to park, and I pretended to cover my eyes. "Dear God, if I survive this, I’m never complaining about Sophie’s driving again."

Despite my antics, I saw her