As you settled into the car, he glanced at you and calmly inquired,

"So, where are we headed?"

When you mentioned going to the guy's house (which had become a frequent occurrence), he paused for a moment, and though he maintained a nonchalant demeanor, a subtle trace of jealousy emerged in his voice.

"Hmm... You've been visiting that guy's house quite often,"

"No,"

he added bluntly, leaving you perplexed.