“Well the truth is,” you say, “I really like being around Susie, and I thought I could spend the flight getting to know her a little better.”

The guys just stare at you for a minute, not knowing what to say. Then Luke cracks up and says, “Whatever, Romeo. Don’t let us keep you from your little sweetheart!”

The rest of the guys start laughing too, but you see something else in Luke’s expression: jealousy. You put it out of your mind and go sit with Susie.