He considered walking back to coach to tell Aaron the truth. But Griffin looked exhausted. Let him rest, Caldwell decided. He’s earned it.
They didn’t speak. Caldwell returned to his book, but he kept glancing back.
The plane touched down at 6:31 PM. Aaron texted Emma. He had no idea those fifteen minutes would destroy him, and then save him.
Terminal T, South. Baggage carousel 4.
The hum of conveyor belts starting up mixed with the shuffle of tired passengers and the squeak of luggage wheels on polished tile. The smell of fast food and floor cleaner lingered in the recycled air.
Aaron stepped off the escalator and scanned for the display. Flight 1248, carousel 4. He shifted his duffel to his other shoulder and walked toward it.
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