Leo’s son, Cole, has noticed his father’s loneliness since his mother passed away. Although Leo tries to hide it, Cole sees the signs — lingering over old photos, sighing at happy couples, and his quiet moments alone. Determined to find his dad a companion, Cole takes matters into his own hands by “proposing” to women he meets, using a bent bottle cap as a ring. Most women find it adorable at first, but when they hear that Leo is a “driver,” they quickly lose interest, assuming he’s just an ordinary cab driver. Cole knows the truth—that Leo owns a transportation company and loves driving, but he’s disappointed by how quickly people judge him,

One woman, a redhead, is particularly cruel, mocking Cole’s proposal and dismissing Leo as beneath her. This breaks Cole’s heart, and he realizes that it’s not about love but about status. A few weeks later, Leo takes Cole to a charity gala where his company helps provide transportation for kids in need. As Leo speaks at the podium, Cole spots a woman he thinks might be the one for his dad. But then, across the room,Cole sees the same redhead from the library — now flirting with his dad. Furious, Cole storms over to confront her, and the woman quickly tries to cover up her past behavior, claiming she would’ve considered Leo if she’d known about his “status.” But before things can get awkward, Cole sees someone else — a woman named Billie, who Leo instantly recognizes. Turns out, they were once in love, but their relationship was torn apart by her father’s disapproval. Billie had always wondered about Leo, and after decades, they’re finally reconnecting. As the night progresses.
Cole realizes his mission is complete: He’s brought his dad and Billie back together. Later, while enjoying ice cream, Leo laughs about Cole’s matchmaking efforts. He’s grateful for his son’s concern, though he’s still hesitant about rekindling things with Billie, given their history. But Cole, seeing his dad truly happy for the first time in years, is just glad that love might be possible again. This version keeps the essence of the original while adding a bit more depth to the characters and their emotions. Let me know if you’d like any further tweaks!