lowered her eyes in embarrassment. She was wearing her best clothes, even if they weren’t elegant. Several passengers agreed with Franklin and suggested that she move. Stella, feeling small, said quietly, “I’m sorry, it’s okay. If there’s a seat available in economy class, I’ll take it. I spent all my savings on this seat, but I don’t want to inconvenience anyone.”
But the flight attendant shook her head. “No, ma’am. You paid for this seat and you have every right to be here, regardless of what anyone else says.”
