Chapter 179

On the way home, Kevin called Avi to tell him both that Scott and Alex were about to head home and that the roads were covered in snow. Mitch had the present in his lap as they drove along, Avi not saying a word because he was concentrating on the slick road in front of him. Mitch smiled at him. "Thank you for helping me." "Anytime." "I really think he'll like it. Did you get him anything?" "Yeah, I did." "I'm sure he'll like that too. What do you think Kirstie got you?" Avi shrugged. Mitch tilted his head a little. "I.. Are you mad at me for some reason?" "No. Mitchell. Stop talking for a second." Mitch didn't say a word, and watched Avi switch lanes, before slowing down and turning down a different street. Avi slowly came to a stop behind another car, and then took his hands off the wheel and popped his knuckles. Mitch just stared at him, still keeping his mouth shut. Avi finally looked over at him. "Okay. Go ahead. I'm sorry." "If you need to f