CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY ONE – FLIGHT RISKS

Jasmine and Gordon settled into their seats on the plane, eager to put the chaos of the airport behind them. Just as Jasmine was about to let out a sigh of relief, a booming voice erupted from the row directly behind them. "Can you believe the prices they're charging for these in-flight snacks? It's highway robbery, I tell ya!" the voice bellowed. Jasmine exchanged a wide-eyed glance with Gordon, who merely shrugged and offered her a wry smile. The voice continued, undeterred by the lack of response. "And don't even get me started on the legroom. It's like they're trying to cram us in like sardines! I swear, my knees are going to be permanently imprinted on the seat in front of me." Jasmine leaned closer to Gordon, lowering her voice to a conspiratorial whisper. "If this flight lasts much longer, I might lose my mind." Gordon chuckled, his eyes twinkling with mischief. "Just think of it as one last adventure before we return to the peace and quiet of New York." As the plane took