"Is the the end of the road for Karen?"
My eyes focussed on the horrific scene before me. The cabin was largely intact, but not as it had been. Windows were broken, the luggage racks had come down and bags and their contents were strewn everywhere. Interior panelling was...
"I love you"
I have never met you and fear I never will, And yet, it seems, I love you so, a love so deep and real. To meet would bring disaster, and yet to part would be so hard, This love I...
"A wish for you, my love"
The candle flickers warmly, shadows cast around, The small square table laid for two, red petals too, abound. Beyond the wicker barrier, across the soft white strand, The white flecked breakers trip and fall and hiss along the sand. High...
"Karen is put to the test"
My heart leapt into my mouth. The engine was ablaze! “Don't worry, Sir.” I spoke as calmly as I could, my training coming to the fore, “The pilots will be aware and able to take care of that.” I drew...
"Karen gets her own back"
I stood alone at the rear of the cabin. All was well, the constant drone of the engines and the vague vibrations, as well as the sudden slight jolts and movements because of the the changes in air pressure outside,...
"Air Stewardess Karen embarks on a flight to remember."
“Good morning, Karen.” I turned and saw the suave middle aged pilot approaching me, along with his co-pilot, strolling nonchalantly across the departure lounge. “Ah, good morning Captain Anderson,” I replied, flashing him my sweetest smile. “A beautiful morning.” “Yes,...
"One last surprise."
After the revelations of the last couple of hours I felt quite exhausted. The grandfather clock in the corner chimed the half hour and Lady Helen and myself both looked at it. “Good heavens!” she exclaimed. “Is that the time...
"Victoria learns the truth"
I remained seated whilst Aunt Helen went to the desk and poured tea. She brought me one cup and placed it on the small table beside the chair then returned and brought me a plate with some butter and jam...
"Victoria has a rude awakening"
Once dried and our hair brushed, Bethany and I got into the big bed. I lay back, my head resting on the soft pillows. Once again, I was trembling inside. I wondered if this was what a wedding night would...
"Victoria has more surprises in store"
I led Bethany by the hand through the front door where she released me and returned to the kitchen, using the door further down the hall. I stood for a moment and watched her then opened the door and went...