THE LAYOVER
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Last published Mon, Aug 18, 2025
They missed their flight.
The airline gave them a hotel.
One night.
The next morning, their names are gone.
"The Layover"
Enjoy your stay
Author note:
Written at midnight.
Rewritten at 3AM.
This is what happens when you overthink during your layover.
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Started: 16/07/2025
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