Chapter 52: Where to Now?CHAPTER 52
WHERE TO NOW?
18 Months Ago
I was third off the plane, and immediately went to the flight status list for departures, checking the gates for Chicago. As I headed in that direction, I called Gina’s phone. She answered on the first ring, whispering.
“Nicky?”
“You shouldn’t be answering that way.”
“Sorry. I’m so scared.”
“Walk calmly from wherever you are and go to the main ticketing area for United.”
“I’ll have to leave security.”
“I know. I’ll meet you there. Walk slow, but steady. If anyone bothers you, scream.”
I hurried to the ticketing area and stood just outside the exit, close to United’s counters. I watched as she exited, checking to make sure no one followed, then walked up behind her and grabbed her arm, risking a slight cry.
She gaspe
