As the Thompson family boarded the plane, they were guided to the business class section. Caroline's eyes widened as she took in the luxurious surroundings. Plush seats arranged in spacious pods, soft ambient lighting, and an unmistakable air of exclusivity surrounded them. Each seat had a large entertainment screen, an adjustable footrest, and a small privacy divider. It was a stark contrast to the cramped rows of economy they were used to.
Emily gasped audibly as she skipped ahead of her family. "Mom! Dad! Noah! Look at this!" she squealed, running her hands over the buttery leather of the nearest seat. "The seats have buttons! What do they do? Can I press them?"
"Emily," Caroline said in a mix of awe and maternal authority, "let's find our seats first, then you can press all the buttons you want."