NIRVANA

“Hey. Where are you? Our flight will leave in less than an hour.” The boarding area had just started checking in. 

I quickly went behind the woman with a kid. I wanted to get it done soon so I could rest during the fight.

“I’m sorry, Vana.” The voice from the other end of the line was somber. When he followed with a deep sigh, I knew what came next. “It’s obvious I’m the only one trying.” 

I briefly closed my eyes. “I’m trying, Axell. That’s why we’re ...