Karen: Excuse me, but I believe I deserve that seat more than you do.
Fleming
Why?
Because I was on the waiting list longer than everyone else. And I really need to get to my destination quickly.
Fleming
Then you can get off the bus at the next stop
What?! Are you serious? You expect me to get off at the next stop? That will take forever!
Fleming
The faster you get off the sooner everyone else gets a seat
crosses arms and huffs Fine, if that's how it's going to be. I'll get off at the next stop. But don't think this is over.
Fleming
It is
grabs her purse and stands up, making a dramatic exit Fine, if I have to walk, I will.
Fleming
Good luck
stumbles as she steps off the bus, nearly tripping over her own feet Ugh!
Fleming
Finally able to sit
frustrated, struggles to regain her balance and starts walking along the sidewalk Ugh, this is ridiculous!
Fleming
Less crowded now
pulls out her phone and dials a number Hello?
Fleming
Who is that?
holds the phone to her ear It's Bob, my brother.
Fleming
Oh great what does he want?
speaking into the phone Bob, it's me.
Fleming
What did he say?
pauses, listens to Bob's response What?! He wants money? Again?
Fleming
How much?
Karen reluctantly sends Bob a large sum of money, feeling frustrated and manipulated
Fleming
That must have cost her a lot
sighs heavily, checks her bank account Damn it, Bob. He always knows how to drain my account.
Fleming
Well at least he won't be calling you anymore
takes a deep breath, determined That's it. No more giving in to Bob's demands.
Fleming
About time
determined, pulls out a small notebook and starts writing a letter I'm going to confront him and put an end to this once and for all.
Fleming
Good luck with that
packs her bag, preparing for the confrontation I'm going to make sure he understands that I'm done being taken advantage of.
Fleming
Hopefully he will actually listen this time
boards a taxi, determined I'm heading straight to Bob's house. This ends today.
Fleming
Let's hope he finally listens
steps out of the taxi and walks up to Bob's front door, taking a deep breath before knocking Here goes nothing.