things you said

... while we were driving

Today was the first opportunity for us to spend time together. You had been so busy, endlessly training and only texting me during lunch breaks. Our schedules clashed, I realized this, but being able to finally spend time with you was worth it.
We decided to go for a ride, although it was a bit last minute. There was a concert going on about 3 hours away, and I knew that if you drove, you'd end up getting us in a car crash thanks to sleep deprivation. I was just as tired as you, but couldn't show it. My eyes wouldn't focus on the road and every car that passed me felt like another thought passing out of my head.
I had to pull it together though, just for you. I knew this band was one of your favorites, and you were so excited to see them. So, I rolled the window down and hoped for the best.
I didn't notice you stirring next to me until I heard your voice.
'How close are we?'
You asked, rubbing the sleep from your eyes.
'We still have about an hour left.'
You grew silent after that, and I believed that you'd fallen back asleep until I heard your voice whisper once again.
'Hey, pull off here. Let me take over.'
My heart thumped loudly at your words and my brain sighed in relief, thankful for the break. I pull off to the rest stop, giving you a small smile before getting out to switch with you.
Just as we switched, your hand brushed my arm, a small apology lingering through your touch. As we get back into the vehicle, I place my hand on yours to reassure you that I'd follow you to the ends of the earth if need be.