A: Short Story Collection

Chapter 19

"Takeoff"

Ime and I stand alone at an airport.

I watch as the planes take off.

"So, what are we waiting for?"

"A jet."

I look at Ime. "You can afford a jet?"

"Yeah, what about it?"

I turn around and see a large jet coming in our direction.

"Here's our ride," Ime said.

My eyes light up. "Wow, it's so big."

The jet doors open and stairs come sliding down.

Out comes a woman wearing modest clothing and a sun hat.

"Gloria, it's nice to see you," Ime said to her.

"Always the pleasure," she said putting her hand out for a handshake.

Ime shakes her hand and embraces her.

She looks at me.

"Who is this?"

Damn, I feel stupid standing here in a dress.

Ime puts his arms around me. "A companion."

Gloria puts her hand out. "Nice to meet ya, companion."

I shake her hand. "Nice to meet you too."

She lets go of my hand and turns around toward the jet. "Well, let's get going."

All three of us enter the private jet and sit down. I sit down next to Ime and she sits across from us.

I stare out the window in awe as the jet takes off.

The world is so beautiful from up here.

"So, companion is this your first time riding in a private jet?" Gloria said.

I look at her. "Yeah, it's my first."

"It's not mine," she said. "And not gone be the last either," she added.

I shrug. "Cool, I guess."

I look back out the window.

"Don't you wanna know what I do for a living?" Gloria said.

Look back at her again. "Not really."

"I'm a manager for his dad," she said pointing at Ime.

A manager for his dad?

"Your dad needs a manager? " I said to Ime.

"He does," He said.

A private jet and a manager... How rich is he?

Gloria smiles. "Feel free to ask me for anything. I don't mind helping any companion of our CEO son."

CEO...

I begin to sweat. "Thanks."

I look back out the window.

What have I gotten myself into?

"You look scared? Those my presence scare you?"

I turn to see Gloria smiling.

"Don't worry dear I don't bite," she said.

I sigh. "You're annoying,"

She looks stunned and Ime sighs.

"You little shit!" she said getting up from her seat.

"Calm down, Gloria," Ime said.

"Your friend just insulted me."

"Don't worry about it. He's just joking."

Gloria scoffs. "Sure he is."

Gloria glares at me. "Just letting you know I'm a big deal around here. Next time you insult me you're dead."

"Scary..." I mock then groan.

I got an entire flight with this bitch.

I look at Ime to see him resting.

Guess I'll do the same.

I close my eyes and relax back into the seat.