“I can help find a solution, perhaps asking if anyone else might be willing to switch seats, but Ms. Carter is under no obligation to move. It’s important that we respect each other’s rights as passengers.”

The entitled mom looked around, realizing her audience was not on her side. Murmurs of agreement rippled through the cabin. A couple of passengers nodded, silently supporting Naomi’s right to her seat.

Eventually, the mother relented, her lips pressing into a thin line. “Fine,” she snapped, her tone losing its earlier edge of superiority. “We’ll just sit here.”

The pilot nodded, then turned to Naomi with a small, appreciative smile. “Thank you for your patience, Ms. Carter,” he said before turning to address the cabin. “Let’s all ensure we have a pleasant flight.”