**Chapter 1: The Aviation Geek**

I've been fascinated with airplanes and the aviation industry for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I would spend hours watching planes take off and land at the airport, mesmerized by the sheer size and power of these massive machines. My parents and siblings would often tease me, calling me an "aviation geek" and saying I'd never make a career out of it. They just didn't understand my passion. Growing up, my family was always very supportive, but also practical. My parents encouraged me to pursue a "stable" career, like business or medicine. My siblings, all of whom were older than me, had already followed this path, and were doing well in their respective fields. My dad was a successful lawyer, my mom was a doctor, and my siblings were all high-powered professionals. I, on the other hand, was the odd one out. While they were out making money and building their careers, I was busy reading about airplanes, attending airshows, and even building my own model aircraft. My room was plastered with posters of planes, and I had a collection of aviation books and documentaries that I would watch over and over again. My family would often joke that I was going to end up as a baggage handler or a flight attendant, and that my "aviation geek" phase would eventually pass. But it never did. As I got older, my interest in aviation only grew stronger. I went on to study aeronautical engineering in college, and even landed an internship at a major airline. My family was relieved that I was finally doing something "practical," but they still didn't understand my ultimate goal: to own my own airline. After college, I worked hard to build my career in the aviation industry. I took on a series of jobs, from working as a mechanic to being a flight operations manager. I saved every penny I could, and invested in my own education, earning an MBA and learning everything I could about the business side of aviation. Years went by, and my family would often ask me about my career progress. I'd tell them about my latest job, or my new business venture, and they'd just smile and nod, still not really getting it. They'd say things like, "That's nice, but when are you going to get a real job?" or "You're not going to make a lot of money in aviation, you should think about switching careers." It was frustrating, but I didn't let it discourage me. I knew that my passion and hard work would eventually pay off. And then, one day, my family dropped a bombshell. They announced that they were going on a family vacation, and that they would be flying first class. I was happy for them, but also a little hurt that they hadn't invited me to join them. As they were preparing to leave, I couldn't help but feel a twinge of jealousy. I watched as they boarded the plane, feeling a sense of sadness that I wasn't going to be able to experience that kind of luxury. Little did they know, however, that my life was about to take a dramatic turn. A turn that would change everything, and prove to them once and for all that being an aviation geek wasn't such a bad thing after all. As I watched them disappear into the airport, I couldn't help but smile to myself. I had a feeling that my life was about to take off in ways I never could have imagined. And as I walked out of the airport, I couldn't help but wonder: what would happen when they found out that I was about to become a major player in the aviation industry? The answer, it turned out, wouldn't have to wait long. Just as I was walking out of the airport, I received a call from my business partner. "We've got some news," he said, his voice trembling with excitement. "The deal is done. We're officially taking ownership of the airline tomorrow." My heart skipped a beat as I processed the news. Tomorrow, I would become the owner of a billion-dollar airline. And as I looked up at the sky, I couldn't help but wonder: what would my family say when they found out? Will they be on my airline on their vacation? Do they even know I own an airline? Do they think they can just mock me and move on? What will they say when they figure out they were flying on my plane the entire time? What happens next will determine a lot and will make this story unfold in ways you can decide. Choose what to do next Some options to choose from: A) Go to the airport and watch them fly B) Get a call from family member saying sorry C) They land and have no idea D) Other (Please pick one and I will proceed with the story accordingly)