ANGEL

Three.

The smell of fresh bacon immediately made my eyes flutter open, but the heavy sound of my alarm blaring next to me was what really got my attention. Not having any energy to move, I was able to muster my arm around and end all of my repetitive alarms for the day.

Today was a special day, but for some reason I didn't feel prepared or energized to get my morning started. This would be my first time flying in over three months. I had taken a decent amount of time off and still had a few more months until I was back into action, but I had received a phone call from the Vice President asking that I be of service to his flight from here in Chicago, to Washington, D.C.

I, of course, was not turning down the opportunity to be the Vice President's pilot for the day. When I received the phone call from him personally, I immediately gave him an answer. I've been prepared for this small trip for weeks but I suddenly wasn't in the mood to fly now that the time was here. I've been so used to not working that finally getting back in the realm of things were actually bittersweet.

Getting rid of those thoughts, I finally stepped out of my bed wishing that Josh was still holding me. I softly smiled at the thought of us cuddling in bed but unfortunately, I couldn't play housewife for the time being. I ran my shower and made sure I didn't get my hair wet by using my scarf. After thirty minutes of getting ready, I was finally dressed in my usual Captain uniform. I kept my hair in a low, sleek bun due to the hat I had to wear but I still made it look decent.

"I forgot what you looked like in an uniform." I heard as I made my way downstairs and into the kitchen. The way Josh stared at me gave me an unexplainable feeling. It brought back memories to when we first officially hit things off and it amazed me that he stared at me the same way he did years ago.

"It feels awkward," I said with a chuckle, "But I look okay, right?"

Josh nodded and I puckered my lips for a kiss. He leaned in and pecked my lips before putting his attention on the breakfast he was preparing. That alone made me want to cancel my day and be under my man. Even though it was 5am on a Wednesday, he was up bright and early to make sure I was well fed before being in the air for hours. It's always the small things that really matters to me and I'm grateful that he takes initiative.

"Hopefully I have time to eat everything before I'm bombarded with security guards." I mumbled after we sat at the table and said prayer.

Josh sucked his teeth, "I forgot they do all the extra shit."

Flying political public figures, such as the President, was an amazing opportunity but an hassle also. Once their guards arrive to take me to the next destination, I have no communication with the outside world and only given small amounts of privacy. To be sure of the safety of the President, there were many other protocols I'll have to follow. None of that bothered me since I've been the Air Force One pilot for years now, but it still was a lot of work.

"Yeah, hopefully I don't get stuck in D.C, but I'll let you know if anything changes." I said between bites. Once breakfast was done, I made sure I had everything I needed — even a small duffle just in case I was needed for a few extra days.

After adjusting a few flaws to my uniform, I could hear the doorbell ringing. I knew it was the security team so I sped up the pace and gathered my belongings before heading downstairs.

"I'm gone baby." I said, seeing Josh cleaning the last few remaining dishes in the sink. He gave me a soft smile and signaled me over for a quick kiss. I enjoyed feeling his lips on mine and silently wished for another one. I smiled against his lips when I felt him lean in for a second quick peck.