Bitter sweet affair

Chapter 41 - Onboard

Reyna couldn't stop thinking of how she was gonna tell Annie what she'd done.
If she didn't tell her today it would be too late to tell her the next day.

"What is this Reyna? Tell me it's not what I think it is" She said waving an envelope while approaching Reyna in the living room.

Reyna got up hastily, after seeing what Annie was holding.
"Annie, I can explain-
"Explain what exactly?" Annie snapped.
"That you've booked a ticket for, Oslo, Norway?" She added.
"Annie, I was going to tell you--
"When exactly? Tomorrow? When you were leaving?"She sharply cut her off again.

"Annie, I'm sorry. I just didn't know how to tell you--
"You're hiding things from me, Reyna. You could have just told me and explained your reasons. I love you, you're my sister and your happiness is my priority. It couldn't have been that hard to tell me. I just had to find out myself. No wonder you haven't unpacked yet"
Tears had formed in both their eyes.

"I'm sorry... I wasn't trying to hide it. I just didn't know how to come about it. I just didn't know how to say goodbye, 'cause I can't imagine my life without you" she cried.

"Why? Why are you leaving?" Annie said as tears rolled down her cheeks.

Whatever the reason was, Annie couldn't bear the fact that Reyna was leaving, her all alone again.

"I... I'm finding it really hard to suppress the urge to run into his arms every day Annie. I know our divorce is still in process but... I don't know how much longer I can hold on.
I want to be miles away from him, so I can't even think of running to him. I booked the tickets yesterday in haste. I'm Sorry Annie, I really am. I just don't wanna be a burden... I don't want you to bear my pain. I can't keep making you suffer because of my feelings" they both started crying.

None of them wanted to say anything, they just cried. They cried in each other's arms. When they were done, they decided to talk about it further.

"I'll remind you again. You're not a burden on me, if I could share your pain and ease you of the agonizing pain you feel, I would gladly do so, any day" Annie said.
"I know...I just keep thinking otherwise."Reyna said, holding Annie's hand.

"So..you're leaving me huh?" Annie sniffed in tears.
"I have to. I'm s-
"Apologize one more time and I'm gonna hit you," Annie said and they both laughed.
"I was going to say, I'm sad about leaving" she lied. She was going to apologize again, but she was indeed sad about leaving.

"Okay, fine"
"What?" She questioned.
"I'm onboard with the idea that I can't hold you back. Anything that makes you happy" Annie said.
"Aww, you're the best" they hugged again.
"I'd appreciate it if you don't follow me to the Airport tomorrow," Reyna said.
"And why?"
" 'cause I won't be able to say goodbye," Reyna said.

"We don't have to say goodbye, you're not going forever. I'll prefer, see you soon" Annie said.
"Fine, but please don't come with"
"Fine. Let's spend the remaining day doing something memorable"

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The drive to the airport was peaceful and calm.
She admired the city one last time. She wasn't sure of when or what year she was gonna be back. A part of her was happy that she was leaving. It was in the best interest of her unborn little girl.

The Uber came to a halt at the airport. With the help of the driver, she was able to get all her suitcases out of the trunk. She paid him and he zoomed off.

She rolled her suitcases into the Airport for her check-in and clearance. Next, she headed to security, her suitcases were thoroughly inspected.

There was a lot of time left. She ran to the bathroom, before grabbing something to eat.

An announcement came in, for all passengers to get on board, she quickly got up and went in through the terminal.

She was one of the first-class passengers, so she boarded with ease. Followed by business-class people.

She located her seat, it was a window seat. She placed her smaller bag beneath her chair, before stowing away her suitcases in the overhead compartment.

"Ladies and gentlemen men, welcome onboard. May I have your attention?" An air hostess said.

"We ask that you please fasten your seatbelts at this time and secure all baggage underneath your seat or in the overhead compartments. We also ask that your seats and table trays are in the upright position before taking off. Please turn off all personal electronic devices, including laptops and cell phones. Smoking is prohibited for the duration of the flight. Thank you for choosing Norwegian Airlines. Enjoy your flight" The air hostess finished.

"Please, ensure to read the safety data in the seat pocket right in front of you. The cabin crew will be coming around in about twenty minutes to offer you a light snack and beverage, and an inflight movie will begin shortly after that. I'll talk to you again before we reach our destination. Until then, sit back, relax, and enjoy the rest of the flight" The captain briefed.

The announcement was endless. She hadn't noticed how annoying it was until now. The last time she was on a plane was when she was with Andre and it was different.

The wheels ran off through the runway and slowly began to take off.
She felt scared but soon overcame it, once balanced on air.

To be continued...