She looked over at him as he drove; he was grinning. Why are you smiling? she asked him. He turned to look at her. I've never been shopping with a woman before, he said. I didn't hate it.
In the scene from Robyn Carr's "Shelter Mountain," a woman observes her companion as he drives, noticing his cheerful demeanor. Curious about his smile, she inquires about it, prompting him to share his unexpected experience. This moment reflects a lighthearted interaction between them.
His revelation that he has never shopped with a woman before and didn't dislike it adds a playful twist to their outing. It underscores the novelty of their relationship and hints at the enjoyable companionship they are developing, marking a positive shift in his perspective.