I smiled, assured her I had a plan, and took my middle seat, knowing it was worth it. An hour into the flight, I requested to speak with the chief purser. I explained the situation, and she promised to address it.
Moments later, she offered me a choice: return to my original seat or receive a significant amount of airline miles. I chose the miles, which were worth more than the difference in seating.
As the flight continued, I saw the purser and another attendant confront the couple about their deceit. They were informed of policy violations and faced potential consequences, including being placed on the no-fly list.
The woman’s face went pale as she revealed they weren’t even married—she was his mistress, and they were having an affair.
After landing, I took one last look at the couple, now visibly humiliated. Walking through the airport, I felt a deep sense of satisfaction. Sometimes, getting even isn’t about making a scene—it’s about patiently watching those who think they’ve won realize how badly they’ve lost. And that’s how it’s done!