A/N: Thanks for reviewing! Please continue to do so, so I can find ways to improve on the story. I guess that's all I've got to say!

Almost two months had passed since Clare and Eli last saw each other – school and work had taken up most of their time, and while they both had each other's numbers, neither had made the effort to call. Clare kept looking at her phone as she waited for Alli to get ready.

"Alli, we should have met up with Katie 15 minutes ago," her voice echoed through the room.

"But golf is kind of boring," Alli emerged from the room, "Why couldn't Jake find a more fun sport?"

Clare stifled a laugh, "It helped him cool down when he and Glen used to fight about going to college and I guess he grew to love it. Plus, he's one of the best U of T players."

"At least the guys aren't bad to look at," Alli mumbled.

"I thought you were 'seeing' Dallas," she pointed out.

Her friend sighed, "I don't know… We had dinner once and I haven't heard from him since."

"I know the feeling," Clare said quietly.

Alli smiled, "Ooh, is this about Eli?"

"What? No! No, I just met the guy," she avoided her eyes.

Alli laughed, "Just because you think the guy is cute, doesn't mean you're in love with him. Although, maybe you have a crush…"

She shook her head, "It's like you said, I thought he was cute. I'm trying – I don't want to think too much of it."

The other girl decided not to push things further as they left their apartment.

"I'm glad you two finally showed up," Katie teased them.

Clare rolled her eyes, "Blame her."

"Hey, a woman always needs to look her best," Alli replied.

Jake just smiled, "Thanks for coming, guys. I can't believe I made it to the next round."

Katie gave him a kiss on the cheek as the other two congratulated him. The four them were at Olympic 76 Pizza for a congratulatory dinner and a much needed break from the studying. Jake and Katie were busy finishing up their last year – Jake was thinking of helping his dad out with the construction business, while Katie was contemplating getting a Master's in Physical Therapy; Clare was trying to juggle various Literature and Media classes, and Alli finally narrowed down her Biology major to Health and Disease.

"This year doesn't seem to be easy for any of us," Katie remarked.

"At least you're almost done," Alli pointed at the older two, "I feel like I have two more years left."

"I told you to get away from me!"

The four of them turned to see where the noise was coming from – a curly haired female was trying to shake herself away from an older man. She seemed disgusted by him but he continued to hold on to her. Jake immediately stood up.

"Get your hand off me before I break it off."

"Oh come on," the guy slurred, "I thought we were having fun."

Jake reached the squabbling two, "Hey man, back off."

The other guy stumbled but quickly regained his stance, "Who do you think you are, pretty boy?"

Jake took a step, "She said to back off."

The other guy and his friends were immediately off their seats but the manager stepped in to stop the potential fight. The group left the restaurant while Jake turned his attention to the mystery woman.

"Are you ok?" he asked.

"I'm fine," she snapped, "I could have handled them myself."

Jake put his hands up in defense, "Sorry."

She looked at him and sighed, "No, I'm sorry… Thanks for helping me."

Clare, Katie, and Alli walked over to the pair. Katie went to check and see if Jake had been injured.

"Your boyfriend is quite the knight in shining armor," she looked at him, "Or knight in plaid."

Katie smiled, "Yeah, he kind of is."

"I'm Bianca," she smiled at them.

They all introduced themselves and found out Bianca was also a U of T student, along with her boyfriend Drew, who she was supposed to meet for dinner until he had to cancel last minute due to hockey practice. As a token of gratitude, Bianca invited them to a house party her boyfriend's team was having tomorrow night.

"It's your typical college party," she said, "But Drew's mom has connections so we rarely get busted."

Alli accepted the invitation, "Sounds great."

"Bianca!"

They saw two familiar guys approach them – Adam and Eli. Clare tried to keep her cool and looked down until they approached. As she looked back up, she was met with Eli's green eyes.

"Hey," he smirked.

"Hi," she said quietly.

"AT," Bianca greeted her escorts, "And Dr. Doom."

Eli rolled his eyes, "Hi Bianca."

Adam spoke up, "Drew's practice is running late so he texted me to make sure his queen B got home safely."

She pursed her lips, "It seems like everybody is trying to be a knight in shining armor today."

Jake chuckled to himself while Adam and Eli exchanged odd looks. Bianca grabbed her bag and joined her two friends.

"I'm expecting to see you all at the party tomorrow," she instructed.

"We'll definitely be there," Alli spoke for them.

Eli looked at Clare, "You're going to the party?"

Alli nudged her, "Y-Yeah, I am."

The three said their goodbyes with Adam and Bianca made their way to the door as Eli lingered. Jake and Katie started to talk amongst themselves while Alli watched her best friend's interaction.

He looked at her intently, "I guess I'll see you tomorrow night."

"I guess you will," she bit her lip.

Eli caught up with the others and as soon as they were out the door, Alli squealed in delight.

"Woohoo, Clare has a hot date!"

A/N: The party commences tomorrow night! Meaning, whenever it is that I update. Lol. Oh, and I made Drew part of the hockey team. And Cam is alive in my story (Idk if he'll be making an appearance but I feel comforted knowing he's alive and well in my story).
Please review and let me know how you're enjoying (or not enjoying) the story! :)