Chapter 10

"You weren't joking," Seraphina said. "You were articulating your worldview. You believe your money makes you superior. You believe your race makes you superior. You believe that your status gives you the right to abuse people you see as lesser, whether that's a young flight attendant or a Black woman. The problem is, you're not used to 'lesser' people having the power to hold you accountable."Less than two minutes later, the chime for the PA sounded, but it was a specific, short chime only for the first-class cabin."This is Captain Morrison speaking." His voice was deep, authoritative, and clipped. "Ms. Jordan, I have been apprised of the situation. I apologize profusely for the conduct you have had to endure. We are three hours from Heathrow. Ground security and executive management will be meeting our flight. Do you require any further action from the flight deck? Is your safety compromised?"Marcus looked like he might faint. The captain—the captain was apologizing to her!"No, thank you, Captain," Seraphina said, her voice perfectly clear. "My safety is not at risk. The threat has been neutralized. But please pass my thanks to the cockpit crew, and I would like to speak to flight attendant Ben Carter in the galley at his convenience.""Understood, Ms. Jordan. Morrison out."Seraphina sat back down in 1A. She looked at Marcus, who was now a puddle of terror in his $4,000 suit."Please, Ms. Jordan," he begged, leaning out. "My job... I'm a partner at Greystone Capital. We... we do business with airlines. This... this can't get out. Please. I'll do anything. I'll donate to your... your favorite charity. A... a large amount."Seraphina looked at him, her expression unreadable. "Mr. Thorne, you have spent the last two hours providing me with the most valuable, unfiltered market research I have ever received. You exposed a critical weakness in my company's culture. I should be thanking you."She picked up her laptop."Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a $1.2 billion acquisition to review. I suggest you use the next three hours to contact your legal counsel. I know I will be contacting mine."She closed her suite door, and the "Do Not Disturb" light glowed amber once more.For Marcus Thorne, it was the end of the world.

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