I rarely fly first class, but after months of hard work, I treated myself to some luxury. However, my excitement was short-lived when I found a local celebrity, Mr. Thames, sitting in my seat. Known for his diva-like behavior, he snapped at the flight attendant, demanding more space and asking her to move me.
“I paid for this seat, and I’m not moving,” I calmly said. His eyes narrowed in frustration, but I wasn’t budging.
Then, an idea struck me. I noticed a pregnant woman in economy, struggling with a toddler. I offered her my first-class seat, and she gratefully accepted. We returned to the cabin, and as she settled into the seat next to Mr. Thames, his expression of triumph turned to horror. The toddler immediately began fidgeting, reaching for his belongings.
With a smug smile, I waved goodbye and headed to her economy seat. From behind, I heard her ask, “Aren’t you that annoying TV star?” while the toddler cried.
I couldn’t help but chuckle. Mr. Thames got exactly what he deserved—a long flight with a restless child and a candid, talkative neighbor. As I put on my eye mask, I leaned back in my seat, satisfied with the poetic justice I had served.