Jose’s palms curled into fists once more as her communication stoked his rage. His mind whirled with possible replies as he tried to keep his cool. But he thought back to the instruction he’d just received, so he made the enormous decision to keep quiet and concentrate all of his attention on soothing his ruffled nerves.
However, the kicking resumed. Jose felt another kick against his seat and inhaled deeply. He was aware that maintaining composure was essential for both his own mental health and the wellbeing of the other passengers. He turned back to the little boy and smiled gently at him.