Taylor's Darkness

Almost There

Taylor and Zag began to slowly wake up. They had not moved since before they fell asleep. Taylor stretched her arms out and started to roll over on her back. “Where are you going?” Zag asked as he pulled her back to him. Taylor giggled and said, “well, I do need to get up and use the restroom, then eat. I am pretty hungry.” Zag laughed and the both got out of bed. Taylor hurried off to the bathroom while Zag went to find them coffee. Sarah and Collin were both awake, sitting in their seats drinking coffee and eating breakfast. Zag looked over towards the front of the plane and saw a big pot of coffee next to the food. Zag walked passed Sarah and Collin and headed straight for the coffee. Sarah watched as Zag poured himself a cup and began to drink it. “I’d ask if that coffee burns while you chug it, but I have a feeling where you are from it isn’t that hot.” Sarah said as she took a sip of her coffee. Zag stopped drinking and realized he was chugging the cup of coffee quickly while it was still hot. Zag chuckled as he poured another cup of coffee and began making a cup for Taylor. Zag turned towards Sarah and said, “I honestly don’t even notice anymore. The first 2 cups is a blur every morning.” Sarah and Collin both laughed. “I understand how that goes. We aren’t usually talkative until cup 2.” Collin said to Zag. Zag lifted his coffee cup towards Sarah and Collin and said, “well then you are definitely my people.” Sarah started laughing at Zag’s words and said, “well, I mean, you are our daughter’s mate.”

Taylor walked out from the bathroom being greeted by Chloe. “Good morning girl. I need coffee first then I’ll feed you.” Taylor said to Chloe. Sarah took another sip and said, “don’t let our grand kitty lie, we already fed her more than once already.” Collin almost spat his coffee out and had a sheepish grin of his face. “You weren’t suppose to tell her Sarah. You never tell their parents when we spoil them. We spoil them then send them home.” Collin said and Taylor’s eyes almost popped out of her head. “Okay, who are you and what did you do with my dad? I thought you didn’t like cats.” Taylor said as she gratefully took her cup of coffee from Zag. Collin shrugged and said, “well maybe Chloe changed my mind about her. She is awfully sweet and very intelligent. Besides, who can say no to her cute face?” Sarah saw the look on Taylor’s face and began laughing really hard. She held her stomach as she tried to control her laughter. “I definitely need more coffee for this today. I am glad that you like Chloe though. She has been such an amazing cat.” Taylor said as Chloe started rubbing up against her legs. She rolled her eyes and said, “yes, I will get you your third breakfast, rotten child.” Zag started laughing at Taylor and Chloe’s interaction.

Zag and Taylor sat down and began eating their breakfast and working on their third cups of coffee. Taylor had a couple of apple danishes, with scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, waffles, and orange juice. Zag had gotten the same thing and they both began eating like they hadn’t eaten for days. Sarah looked over at the pair and then looked at Collin. Collin watched and then shook his head. “I can see why you two are mates. I never thought I’d see the day where our daughter would find someone who can pack food away like she does.” Collin said with a smirk. Taylor and Zag stopped eating and looked at each other. Taylor saw Zag had eaten just as much food as she had and smiled. “It looks like we are good eaters then.” Taylor said with a smile, then continued to eat. They both finished their coffee and food right before everyone else woke up. Taylor took the plates and empty cups up to the front onto the dirty dish cart. Zag looked over as Mrs. Patter walked in helping Mr. Patter over to his seat. Zag stood up and gently took Mr. Patter’s arm. “Mrs. Patter, if you would like to go make your plates, I can help him to his seat.” Zag offered Mrs. Patter. She smiled and said, “thank you Zag. The older we get the longer it seems to take.” Zag helped Mr. Patter to his seat as Mrs. Patter went to make their plates.

Mr. Patter thanked Zag as he sat down in the seat. “Thank you Zag.” Mr. Patter said as he situated himself in the seat. “It is no problem at all.” Zag said as he saw Taylor helping carry the plates and drinks towards Mr. Patter. Once both Mr. and Mrs. Patter got situated Taylor and Zag returned to their seats. Sarah looked over at Taylor and said, “we will be at our destination in 3 hours. Once everyone finishes eating you might one to go get dressed. It is going to be warm weather, so dress appropriately.” Taylor smiled ready for some warm weather. Margaret and Scott walked in and Margaret’s hair was everywhere. Taylor started giggling causing Margaret to look over at her. “You, uhh, might want to go to the bathroom and fix your hair.” Taylor said to Margaret. Margaret sleepily put her hands on her head and all but full sprinted to bathroom. Taylor laughed as she heard Margaret say, “sh*t my hair!” Sarah shook her head at how Taylor and Margaret never change with each other. Margaret finally walked back out with her hair done perfectly.

Scott handed Margaret a cup of coffee and a plate of food. Margaret smiled and said, “thank you.” Margaret walked over and sat across from Taylor and Zag. She leaned over to give Chloe a good pet and sneak her a treat. “She has already had 3 breakfasts this morning.” Taylor informed Margaret. Margaret ignored her and gave Chloe a little saucer of milk. She sat back up and began eating. Taylor raised her eyebrow and asked, “is there a reason you are ignoring me medusa?” Everyone who was trying to not laugh began laughing hysterically. Margaret took a bite of her food and then looked at Taylor and said, “I can spoil my niece if I so choose to. Chloe is a smart beautiful kitty and deserves to be spoiled.” Margaret then took the bite of sausage off the fork and put it next to Chloe’s saucer. Taylor tried so hard to look upset, but began laughing. “Just wait Margaret. One day you’ll have children, pets, or both, and I will be there to spoil them.” Taylor said with a laugh. Margaret smirked and said, “wouldn’t have it any other way.” Scott and Zag looked at their mates then at each other and shook their heads. “Looks like we both have our hands full Zag.” Scott said with a smirk as he saw Margaret and Taylor look over at him.

Taylor and Zag got up and went to get dressed. Taylor was ready to get off of the plane and smell the fresh air. She put her blue and white marble swirl bikini on. Then, she put a pair of dark wash short on with a white crop top that was a little baggy. She put a pair of no show socks on and put her black and white canvas shoes on. Taylor walked into her parent’s room and began brushing her hair. Sarah walked in and smiled. “Would you like me to braid your hair?” Sarah asked Taylor. Taylor smiled and said, “yes, please. I want to put it to the side and have it hang in front of my shoulder.” Sarah smiled and walked over to Taylor. She began braiding her hair and soon it was all finished. “Thank you mom. I’ll be out in my seat with bags ready.” Taylor said as she stood up and hugged her mom. “Okay dear, we will be out there in just a bit as well.” Sarah said and Taylor left the room. Zag was carrying Taylor’s bags to their seats as Taylor walked out of her parents room. “Thank you Zag. I was just getting ready to get those.” Taylor said to Zag. Zag turned and looked at Taylor. “You look very nice today Taylor. Also, it’s no biggie. I don’t mind helping,” Zag said to Taylor.

Taylor sat down in her seat and leaned back. She sat up real quick as she saw how beautiful the clouds looked. Taylor got lost in the sight of seeing the clouds from a top view perspective that she didn’t hear the young flight attendant ask if she wanted any lunch before they landed. Zag chuckled and gently put his hand on Taylor’s arm. “Taylor. Are you wanting lunch before we land?” Zag asked gaining Taylor’s attention. Taylor nodded and said, “yes, please. I’m sorry I was looking at the tops of the clouds and got lost in thought.” The flight attendant smiled and said, “it is okay. I do the same things sometimes. I’ll be right back with your lunch then.” Taylor smiled and sat back against her seat again. “How much longer before we land?” Taylor asked her mom. “It should be in about an hour dear.” Sarah answered Taylor. “Oh good, I am ready to be off this jet and smelling some fresh air.” Taylor said as the flight attendant set her plate down in front of her. “Thank you,” Taylor said to the attendant then began eating. Taylor was more than ready to land and have her legs back on land.