I never really thought that I would get this far. I’ve never been in control while conscious. Each movement has so much nuance. I can speak the thoughts in my head, and it gave me such a rush, that I nearly broke down laughing in front of that gate agent.

Despite the warmth of control that washed over me, I worked with caution. For this to work, I couldn’t let A know that I had been piloting for as long as I did. Best case scenario, he has no idea that I was even here. I sat, my body buzzing to jump up and run full speed down the moving walkway, but also understanding that each movement I did, left faint traces of myself behind in the body.

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I had felt the very shift, when the reins slipped through his hands, and into mine. I would have no sympathy for any suffering that might befall him, but I wondered if instead he breathed in relief, having let go of something that he had held for so long.

The plan was working, and I would not let myself sabotage it over the rush of having everything I’ve ever wanted, even if it were only for a few minutes. I made my way back to the bar, and noticed the money that I had left on the counter. It hadn’t been picked up yet. That was good. I didn’t want there to be any evidence of his slip. I carefully pocketed the stack of bills and ordered another drink on the tab.

I felt myself being pushed further away, A surging back, clamoring for control. I left with a smile on our face.