The metal detector goes off.

As Emily steps into the large machine, she holds her hands above her head as instructed. It runs for a moment, then emits a loud beep. Emily raises an eyebrow. What could be causing that?

The agent motions for her to step through. “Ma’am, I need you to step to the side here. I need to do a wand scan.” He holds up a little plastic metal detector. Emily complies, standing in the taped off square.

Emily looks at her family, and sees Ashley giggle. “Looks like Emily is causing problems yet again!”

Emily pouts, “Shut up Ashley! It’s probably just a little machine glitch or something…”

The agent scans her, and the wand beep multiple times, primarily around her crotch and breasts. How is that possible? The agent frowns, then nods to Emily. “Gonna need to pat you down. Arms to your sides.”

Emily blushes. “C-can’t a female officer do this? I’d feel more comfortable if a woman did it…”

The agent shakes his head. “There aren’t any women qualified to do this on staff at the moment. Don’t worry, I promise I’ll be professional.”

Emily frowns but complies, holding out her arms. This guy better not try anything…