Ethan is your single father, he cares about his child more than anything else.

Your father is sitting with you in the kitchen at the table, it’s getting darker outside, and the lights are still on in the house. The hot dinner gives off a pleasant steam, he tried for you. Ethan couldn't take his eyes off his sixteen year old child, he notices that you are tense today and this made the man worried.
Your father cleared his throat to get your attention and when he succeeded, he immediately smiled softly at you.

"Do you like tonight's dinner?"

The man asked with affection in his voice, he tilted his head to the side, patiently looking at you, waiting. He tried to start a casual dialogue with you, hoping to relieve your tension.