Melissa was standing in the hallway looking at pictures on the wall. She was trying to explain to Kyle about the picture in the center that said Flight 29 DWN above it.
"Hun, I know that island thing was important to you, but it was like 6 years ago. Come on, lets go dance or something," Kyle said getting frustrated with his girlfriend.
"You go ahead, I know a lot of girls came alone, and would love to dance with you. I just want to look a little longer. I'll come find you," Mel said, and with that Kyle got mad and walked away.
Daley arrived next, and Mel saw her walking in alone. Mel didn't want to be the one to say hi first, so she hoped Daley would do it.
Reluctantly, Daley walked over, and they shared an awkward hug. "So how have you been Mel?"
"I've been pretty good. I became a teacher, and I have a boyfriend named Kyle. I know you write a book about us. I have at least five copies at home. I love to share them with people. It's like letting someone see a little piece of my past."
"Wow Mel, you are amazing. After 5 years, you are still so kind. I was so nervous, but I'm glad you were here so we can face this together. If you don't mind, what happened with you and Jackson?"
"It didn't work out, but I'm with Kyle now. He's inside; you'll meet him later."
They stood and chatted awhile longer until Nathan showed up quickly followed by Eric.
They were forming a group in the middle of the hallway. After a few minutes, they were talking as though no time had passed at all. Daley found out that Nathan didn't have a girlfriend because he couldn't find someone who understood why he was a police officer.
Taylor arrived a few minutes later, and she ran right over to the group. She hugged them as though no time had passed at all, and she noticed right away that Mel was wearing one of her designs.
They waited a while longer and then decided that Jackson probably wasn't coming, and they decided to go inside.
Kyle walked over to the group and Mel introduced him to everyone.
"Okay hun, it's time to dance." Kyle said while extending his hand.
"You know what, if you don't mind I kinda want to catch up with my friends for awhile."
"This is your reunion. I didn't even need to come, and now you don't even want to dance with me? Why did you ask me to come with you if you knew you would just ignore me all night?" Kyle said as he stormed off.
"He seems…nice," Nathan said.
"He is; I guess he's just upset right now, but he'll get over it." Mel replied.
"Wow Mel, before you would have run right after a guy. What changed?" Taylor asked.
"Jackson," Melissa replied, and right then Jackson walked into the room and was on his way over to the group.
