It's been a long flight, and I've slept most of the way. I make my way to the bathroom, taking my bag out of the overhead compartment. Another half an hour, and I'll be in a new country. I smile as I walk down the aisle, excitement bubbling inside. A few more hours, and I'll be through all the red tape.
The questions, and the queues, and the smiling people all flash past me in a daze. All I keep wondering is whether you'll be there waiting for me.
I walk past everyone waiting for the luggage at the roundabout, and make my way through the crowds of people standing there to greet family and colleagues. Everything seems louder and brighter, and I'm looking for one face to stand out from the crowd. I stop at the back, turn around and look again to see if I've missed you.
Did I tell you the wrong time, the wrong flight number? I can't remember now, and I'm looking for my phone to call when I feel strong hands creep around my waist. I close my eyes and turn around slowly, almost scared of what I'll see. You don't let go, your hands nestling in the small of my back as I open my eyes and see your face. I can't contain my grin and I throw my arms around you, pushing my tiny body against yours. I stand on my toes and kiss your cheek and your lips softly before whispering, 'Hello.'
You smile at me and lean your head down to kiss me, our lips parting as I feel your tongue push against me, and I sigh as I smell you, taste you.
'It's better than I imagined.'