Back.

Security

I throw off my jacket, and tear off my belt.

I slip off my shoes, my watch, that bracelet.

I walk up towards you. There's tension, anxiety.

You scan my whole body. You see right through me.

For a moment, we're connected.

And then it's all over.

I turn back to see you, but you're onto the next one.

Already forgotten,
I pick up luggage
and head to my gate.