Carl considered the irony of how in trying to defend his peace and quiet, he had sacrificed both – if only temporarily. But he quickly dismissed any misgivings. They had started it after all! He had simply finished it, creatively and decisively.
Still, Carl sighed, realizing he hadn’t gotten the relaxing flight home he had hoped for. He gathered his things as the plane touched down. There was no use dwelling on it now. What’s done is done. He had just one thought as he stepped off the plane: next time, he was definitely springing for first class.