As we rode home from the doctor's office, my heart was still racing with excitement from learning the gender of the baby, as we sat side by side in the car, the memory of his lips on mine lingered awkwardly between us. I didn't expect Antonio to kiss Me at a time like that. Sitting in the backseat, my mom couldn't contain her joy, clutching the ultrasound pictures and already planning the nursery. My mom, oblivious to the tension, chattered excitedly about decorating the baby's nursery, getting my hospital bag ready, and even asking my dad to build a playhouse for her. Her enthusiasm was infectious, but it only served to highlight the uncomfortable silence that enveloped me and Antonio. Even though he wasn't saying much he seemed equally thrilled. I stole a glance at him, but his exp