Acting nice
Cora’s hope that the pilot might step in to support her was tinged with a lingering uncertainty. Faced with the mounting challenges on the plane, she couldn’t shake the feeling that she was running out of allies. The idea of encountering yet another opponent was daunting, especially considering the pivotal role the pilot played in the situation.
As the flight attendant returned, Cora noted the forced cheerfulness with keen observation. The subsequent apology came alongside a renewed request for her boarding pass. While the shift in tone offered some reassurance, Cora remained wary, understanding that the situation was far from resolved. With a sense of resignation, she retrieved her belongings once again, hoping that this time, she would be able to produce the elusive boarding pass and bring an end to this bewildering ordeal.