Author's Note - The following 3 parts will be a story within the main story. You'll understand what I mean once you start reading it. I had originally used the three parts as a prequel to the story you are currently reading. However, after receiving feedback from a few friends of mine, I was told that the prequel was too long and that it easily gave away some important plot lines in the main story. I thought about scrapping the prequel altogether but because I love it so much, I wanted to incorporate it in a way that it won't ruin the main storyline. Therefore, I've decided to simply have Brandon and Kelly tell the story of how their time together in Washington D.C.
Thanks for your patience and for reading. Plenty more chapters to come!
Chapter 32 - Remembering the Past - Part 1
Brandon and Kelly are standing in Sammy's room, watching Sammy sleep.
"Awww...he's looks so peaceful," said Kelly adoring her son.
Brandon smiles and wraps his arms around Kelly from behind. Kelly smiles as they continue to look at Sammy.
They don't notice Silver walking up to them with her laptop.
"Hey, what are you guys looking at?" asked Silver.
"Shhhhhh," said both Brandon and Kelly.
"He just went to sleep," said Kelly.
"Sorry, but when you two have a chance, I want to run something by you for the wedding," said Silver.
"What is it?" asked Brandon.
"Guys, let's talk in the living room and let Sammy sleep," replied Kelly.
"Ok, follow me," said Silver.
Kelly turns off Sammy's bedroom lights and closes the door behind her as they walk into the living room.
They all take a seat on the couch. Brandon and Kelly are looking at Silver as she tries to get something on her laptop to show up.
"So, at first, I was thinking that it would be cool for me as maid of honor to say what I thought about you two," said Silver.
"Well, I think we'll love that," said Kelly.
"But then I thought, instead of just telling everybody what I think, why not show it?" asked Silver with a big smile on her face.
Brandon and Kelly look at each other, then at Silver confused.
"Where exactly are you going with this?" asked Brandon.
"This," replied Silver who turns the laptop towards Brandon and Kelly and showing them a video.
The video plays. Basically, the video is very similar to the farm video that Silver made about Annie in the spinoff pilot. Fortunately, this video has a romantic theme to it. But it seems that Brandon and Kelly are not amused. They start to cringe as they watch more of the video. Finally the video ends and they turn their heads toward Silver.
"So, what do you guys think?" asked Silver.
"You're planning to show this?" asked Brandon, who still has a weird look on his face.
"Yeah," replied Silver.
"In front of people?" asked Kelly.
Silver's smile frowns.
"Why, what's the problem?" asked Silver who has a worried look.
"Silver, don't take this the wrong way but I don't think this is the right video for our wedding," replied Brandon.
"Why not? I thought you two would love it," asked Silver.
"I mean, it's both funny and romantic," added Silver.
"Yes, it is...but none of it really shows much about how we feel about each other," replied Kelly.
"Oh...I'm sorry," said Silver who looks sad.
Looking at Silver, Brandon and Kelly now feel bad.
"Oh hun, we're sorry. We didn't mean to hurt your feelings," said Kelly giving Silver a sad look.
"It's ok. Thanks for being honest," said Silver who still looks down.
"Silver, why don't you just tell everyone exactly how you feel about us?" asked Brandon.
Kelly nods in approval.
"Ok. I just love the fact how you continue to make each so happy," said Silver.
Brandon and Kelly smile at Silver's comment.
"And the fact that you kept finding yourselves back to each other no matter how far you two are apart," said Silver.
"Awww...that's very sweet," said Kelly smiling.
"And true," added Brandon.
"I really loved how somehow you, Kel always go to Washington just to see Brandon," said Silver.
"And somehow I'm always surprised to open the door to find her there," said Brandon.
"You didn't think you would've gotten rid of me that easily, did ya?" asked Kelly joking with Brandon.
"Not even for a second," replied Brandon smiling.
They lean in and kiss. Kelly puts her hands on Brandon's face as they get a little caught up in the moment. They stop when they realize that Silver is smiling and looking at them.
"Sorry," said Kelly who is a little embarrassed.
"No, this is what I'm talking about. I want to show that," said Silver.
"That's a little too private, Silver," said Brandon.
"No, not the kissing. I want everyone at the wedding to know how in love you two are with each other," said Silver.
"I'm sure everybody who'll be there knows that," said Brandon.
Silver suddenly thinks of something.
"You know what I always wanted to know?" asked Silver.
"What's that?" asked Kelly.
"I want to know what happened in Washington when you two spent that week together," replied Silver.
Brandon and Kelly look at each other with weird looks.
"Why?" asked Brandon.
"Because that's the last piece of the story I need," replied Silver.
"The last piece of what story?" asked Kelly.
"The love story that I want to tell at the wedding," replied Silver.
"Ummm...SIlver, don't take this the wrong way but we don't think that's inappropriate to talk about at our wedding," said Brandon.
"Why? I mean it all worked out the way it was supposed to," asked Silver.
"Yeah, but there are some things that happened that we just don't want to remember," replied Kelly.
"Like what?" asked Silver suddenly very curious.
"That you two slept together?" asked Silver.
Brandon and Kelly quickly turned and give Silver a mean look.
"No, I definitely wanted to remember that," said Kelly.
"After all, it was by far one of the most loving experiences of my life," added Kelly smiling at Brandon.
Brandon smiles back.
"Mine too," smiled Brandon.
"Then what is it? If it was so good, then why can't I know more about it?" asked Silver.
Brandon and Kelly look at each other as if they are ready to give up and tell Silver what happened.
They turn and look at Silver.
"Ok, we'll tell you what happened. But you better keep your love story clean at the wedding," said Kelly.
"Don't worry. You have my word," said Silver smiling.
"I must warn you that it gets pretty sad towards the end," warned Kelly.
"I can take it," said Silver.
"Ok, then," said Kelly.
"Should I tell it or do you want to tell it?" asked Kelly to Brandon.
Brandon looks at Kelly.
"Kel, I don't think we should tell the story," replied Brandon.
"Honey, it's ok; I got over it," replied Kelly.
"I haven't," said Brandon.
"Don't feel bad. It'll be ok. I promise," said Kelly.
Brandon looks at Kelly and stays silent.
Silver gets attentive as Kelly starts telling the story.
Flashback to...Washington D.C. - 2002
Brandon has been writing for the New York Chronicle ever since he left his home in Beverly Hills in 1998. For four years, he has written many local stories on his town as well as some random columns from his personal life. Even though he was no longer a novice in journalism, he still believed he hasn't found his big break yet.
Brandon is in constant pursuit for greatness, just like he is now. We see him alone in his apartment in a t-shirt and jeans. The news is on TV and as every news story goes by, he gets more depressed. He has a pen and notepad next to him.
"Now, that's a great story. Why can't I get a story like that?" asked Brandon to himself.
He takes a final chug of the soda that was on the coffee table before throwing the soda in the trash.
He turns off the TV, gets up from the couch, and walk towards his bedroom.
But he turns around when he hears his doorbell ring.
He has a confused look on his face as it was kind of late. Besides, he wasn't expecting anybody.
"Hello?" asked Brandon to the door.
"Brandon?" asked a woman on the other side.
"Yeah, who are you?" asked Brandon.
"It's Kelly," replied Kelly.
"Kelly?" asked Brandon who is still confused.
"Kelly Taylor? Your friend from Beverly Hills," replied Kelly.
Brandon raced to the door to make sure he heard her correctly. He took a look on the peephole to see that it is Kelly Taylor at his doorstep.
He opened the door immediately.
"Kelly," said Brandon surprised.
"Hi Brandon," said Kelly going to hug Brandon.
"Hi Kelly...," said Brandon hugging Kelly.
They let go of each other.
"What are you doing here?" asked Brandon.
"I was visiting a friend and I thought I would look you up," replied Kelly.
"Is this a good time? Can I come in?" asked Kelly.
Brandon, still in shocked, realizes that they're still at the front door.
"Oh, of course; please come in. I'm sorry," replied Brandon.
"Thanks," said Kelly.
Kelly walks in carrying a suitcase. She takes a quick look at the place.
"Are you busy? Because I can come back another time," asked Kelly.
"No, not all. I was just sitting around not doing anything," replied Brandon.
"Please sit down. I'm sorry about the mess," said Brandon who is trying to straightening things up.
"Brandon, it's ok. You don't have to clean up for me," said Kelly.
"Ok, can I get you anything? Something to drink?" asked Brandon.
"Sure...water would be great," replied Kelly.
"Ok," said Brandon.
He goes to the kitchen to get Kelly's drink of water.
Kelly begins to look around Brandon's apartment. It was really different from The Walsh House but it was cozy.
Brandon comes back with Kelly's glass of water and hands it to her.
Brandon sits on the couch next to her.
"Thanks," said Kelly taking a sip of the water.
"You're welcome," said Brandon.
"So...," said Kelly.
"So...," said Brandon not knowing what to say.
"You look great," smiled Brandon.
"Thanks; so do you," smiled Kelly.
"So who do you know in Washington?" asked Brandon.
"Who?" asked Kelly confused.
"You said you were visiting a friend in Washington," replied Brandon.
"Oh, she was an old client of mine. I was here for her wedding," said Kelly.
"Did you have a good time?" asked Brandon.
"Yeah, I did," smiled Kelly.
They continue to look at each other without saying much.
"You know I wasn't sure if it was a good idea to come by here," said Kelly.
"Why not?" asked Brandon.
"Well, it's just that I know you're a busy guy, Brandon. After all, you're a big time reporter now. I don't want to intrude," replied Kelly.
"It's not as glamorous as it sounds. It still seems like all I'm doing is writing local stories; nothing big," said Brandon.
"Well, there's nothing wrong with local stories. After all, if I remember correctly, that's what attracted me to you in the first place," smiled Kelly.
"And why is that?" asked Brandon.
"I loved how you make the small stories sound big. It really makes a difference," replied Kelly.
"Thanks," smiled Brandon.
"Anytime," said Kelly.
Brandon just smiles at Kelly for a bit.
"I forgot when was the last time we've spoke. How have you been?" asked Brandon.
"I'm doing ok," replied Kelly.
"Yeah, just working?" asked Brandon.
"Yeah; there's not much else to do since almost everyone has moved on," replied Kelly.
"That's what I heard," said Brandon.
"Have you spoken to anyone else?" asked Kelly.
"Not really. I still speak to Steve once in a while. But not really anyone else," replied Brandon.
"You know something?" asked Kelly.
"What?" asked Brandon.
"I blame you for this," joked Kelly.
"Me?" asked Brandon surprised at Kelly.
"Yeah, you were the first one to leave. Everyone just started to follow your lead," replied Kelly.
"Wait, hold on a minute. If I remember correctly, Brenda was the first one to leave," said Brandon.
"Oh right. It was sad to see her go but I had somebody else to keep me occupied," smiled Kelly.
Brandon knew who she was referring to and smiles back at Kelly.
"So you were just using me because you missed Brenda?" asked Brandon making a joke.
"Ok, this conversation has gotten a little out of hand," replied Kelly laughing.
Brandon doesn't respond and waits for Kelly to answer.
"But to answer your question; No, I never saw you as Brenda. You were definitely more than a friend," said Kelly.
"Good to know," said Brandon.
"So, how's Dylan been? I tried calling him a few times," asked Brandon.
"Dylan's doing ok. We don't get to see each other that much anymore," replied Kelly looking down.
"Everything ok?" asked Brandon.
"Yeah, everything's fine. He wanted to come with me to Washington but he had a last minute job, which of course he takes," replied Kelly.
"Well, give him my regards the next time you see him," said Brandon.
"I will," said Kelly.
"So, how long are you staying in Washington?" asked Brandon.
"Just for another day. I'm leaving tomorrow," replied Kelly.
"What? So soon?" asked Brandon.
"Yeah, I have to get back to work," replied Kelly.
"What time are you leaving tomorrow?" asked Brandon.
"Well, the flight's at 4pm so I guess I should leave around 2pm," replied Kelly.
"Ok, how bout lunch tomorrow?" asked Brandon.
"It's ok Brandon; you don't have to leave your work for me. I know you're busy," replied Kelly.
"I am but I always have time for a friend, especially one I haven't seen in years," said Brandon.
"Ok, since you put it that way; sure," replied Kelly.
"Ok then. I'll call you," said Brandon.
"Sure," said Kelly.
Kelly gets up.
"It's getting late. I better be going," said Kelly.
"Where are you going?" asked Brandon.
"I think I'm just gonna check into a hotel or something," replied Kelly.
"Ok...but you know you can stay here if you want to," said Brandon.
"Thanks Brandon but I can't impose on your space," said Kelly.
"Why not? There's plenty of room for the both of us," said Brandon.
"Really? Where do you suppose I'm going to sleep?" asked Kelly.
"I'll tell you what...you take my bed and I'll sleep on the couch," replied Brandon.
"Brandon, that's really sweet of you but I'm not gonna take your bed," said Kelly.
"Suit yourself. But I must warn you; the couch isn't that comfortable," joked Brandon.
"Brandon, I didn't mean it like that...," laughed Kelly.
"I'll just go to a motel and we'll get together tomorr...," added Kelly as Brandon interrupts her.
"Kel, you're my friend. We haven't seen each other in a long time. Please stay. I really want you to," said Brandon taking Kelly's hand.
Kelly looks back at Brandon.
"Ok, I'll stay," said Kelly.
"Good. I'll be nice to have some company," said Brandon.
"Is it ok if I take a shower and change?" asked Kelly.
"Be my guest," replied Brandon.
"The bathroom's right in there," added Brandon pointing to where the bathroom is.
"Thanks," said Kelly opening her suitcase.
"Let me bring this to your room," said Brandon trying to take Kelly's suitcase.
"Brandon, I said it's ok. I'll sleep on the couch," said Kelly.
"Kel, really. It's no big deal," said Brandon.
They continue to look at each other.
"You sure?" asked Kelly.
"Yes, I'm sure," replied Brandon.
"Thanks," smiled Kelly.
Later that night, we see Brandon trying to readjust the couch to make himself comfortable.
He goes to turn off the light in the living room when Kelly enters wearing a flannel night shirt and shorts. Brandon notices and looks at her.
"Hey," said Brandon.
"Hey...just wanna say goodnight," said Kelly.
"Goodnight," said Brandon.
"Last chance to change your mind about me sleeping in your bed," smiled Kelly.
"For the last time, it's fine," smiled Brandon.
"Ok, good night," said Kelly.
"Goodnight," said Brandon.
Brandon turns off the lights and lies back down on the couch.
Kelly walks back into Brandon's room. She takes a look around the room before walking to the bed. She sees a scrapbook on Brandon's nightstand. She opens it and sees a bunch of articles written by him and smiles. She climbs into the bed and starts to flip through the scrapbook.
It has been a long time since Kelly has read Brandon's articles. She can see that Brandon's style of writing hasn't change. Even after going from a small local paper at The Beverly Beat to writing for a major metropolitan newspaper like the New York Chronicle, Brandon still writes like he cares about the stories and the people involved.
The next morning, the light shined through the window of Brandon's room waking up Kelly. She rubs her eyes. She sits up and takes a second to realize where she is. She eventually gets up and walks out of Brandon's bedroom.
After using the restroom, she walks out back out to the living room to find nobody there. She sees that breakfast is prepared on the kitchen table. She walks up to it and sees a note from Brandon.
"Hey Kel, sorry I had to go to work early. I'll call you later for lunch. Enjoy your breakfast," said Brandon on the note.
Kelly smiles. She sits down and eats her breakfast.
At The New York Chronicle, we see Brandon working on his computer.
James walks to him.
"Hey Brandon, guess who got stuck with the toxic waste story?" asked James.
"If you don't want it, I'll be glad to take it," replied Brandon too busy to look at James.
"I can't. Old Man Thomas wants me to personally handle it," said James.
"Too bad," said Brandon.
"Why do I feel like I'm being punished all of a sudden?" asked James.
"James, it's not that bad," replied Brandon.
"Brandon, it's toxic waste. How could that be good?" asked James.
"I don't know. Maybe if you do a good job with this, maybe he'll let you do the report on the president," replied Brandon.
"It'll be too late for that. He's naming the reporter who's gonna accompany him to London later in the meeting," said James.
Brandon stops what he's doing, turns, and looks at James.
"What meeting?" asked Brandon.
"The meeting at 12pm," replied James.
"Oh right. Today's Wednesday. I completely forgot," said Brandon.
"How could you forget? You might be chosen to go with him to London," said James.
"Yeah, I was but I got other things on my mind," said Brandon focusing back on his work.
"Why, what's up?" asked James.
"Nothing," replied Brandon.
"Awww; c'mon Brandon. I'm about to go do a story on toxic waste. The least you could do it is tell me," said James.
"It's really nothing. An old friend showed up on my doorstep last night," said Brandon.
"Who is it?" asked James.
"Just a friend. We were supposed to have lunch today but I guess I would have to cancel it now," replied Brandon.
"You were right; this story is nothing," said James.
"I told you. I was looking forward to the lunch. I haven't seen her in four years," said Brandon.
"Her? Hey, you didn't tell me it was a chick. Please tell me more," said James.
"Don't you have a toxic waste story to cover?" asked Brandon.
"That can wait. So, what happened after she showed up at your front door," replied James.
"I let her in," replied Brandon.
"I meant after that," said James getting a little frustrated that Brandon is holding back the details.
"She told me she was in town for a wedding and was leaving today and then went to bed," said Brandon.
"She stayed over? You lucky dawg," said James.
"James, nothing happened. She's just a friend," said Brandon.
"Seriously?" asked James.
"Yes," replied Brandon giving James a seriously look.
"Oh, I'm sorry to hear that man. I was hoping for more than that," said James.
"Well, I'm sorry to disappoint you," said Brandon.
"Alright man...I'll leave it at that," said James.
"Thanks," said Brandon.
James starts to walk away but walks back to Brandon.
"Hey, I just wanted to let you know that I'm not a pervert. I'm just very lonely these days," said James.
Brandon stops working and looks at James.
"Don't worry. I don't think you're a pervert," said Brandon.
"Thanks. I'll see you at the meeting," said James.
"Ok. See ya," said Brandon.
James walks away.
Brandon sits back on this desk with a disappointed look on his face.
He grabs the phone and makes a call.
Back at the apartment, Kelly is watching TV when she hears the phone ring. She looks at it but doesn't know whether it's Brandon calling or not.
The answering machine comes on.
"Kel, it's me. If you're there, pick up," said Brandon.
Kelly gets up quickly and grabs the phone.
"Hello?" asked Kelly.
"Hey Kel," replied Brandon.
"Hi Brandon. You hungry already?" asked Kelly.
"Not really. There's been a change of plans. I can't make it for lunch after all," replied Brandon.
"Oh," said Kelly who is disappointed.
"I completely forgot I have this meeting at noon. I'm sorry," said Brandon.
"Brandon, it's ok. It's no big deal. We'll get together some other time," said Kelly.
"I'll tell you what...if I finish early, I'll call you," said Brandon.
"Brandon, it's really ok. Don't go out of your way. It's just lunch," said Kelly.
"Ok, you're sure?" asked Brandon.
"Yeah, it's my fault really. I should've let you know I was gonna show up," replied Kelly.
"Ok. I'm sorry, Kel. Thanks for understanding," said Brandon.
"So, I guess this is goodbye," said Kelly.
"I guess. It was good seeing you. Just close the door after you leave," said Brandon.
"I will do that...bye Brandon," said Kelly.
"Bye Kel," said Brandon.
They both slowly hang up the phone.
Brandon sits back at this desk just looking at the phone thinking. He can't help but feel guilty of putting his job ahead of his friends, especially Kelly. He sat there for a few minutes. Eventually, he shook the feeling of guilt and went back to work.
Brandon arrived back to his building around 5:30pm. He walks up to his apartment door. He takes his keys out and was about to put it in the hole when he starts to hear noises coming from inside. He stays quiet so he can listen clearer.
A confused but frighten look comes on his face. He was afraid that Kelly had forgotten to close the door after she left. He had no choice but to enter the door.
He slowly put the key in the door and opens a little bit of it. From the little crack of the door of what's open, he could see the TV is on. He tries to act calm and comes up with valid excuses on what he is seeing. From the looks of things, he probably just that Kelly was just watching TV but forgot to turn it off when she left.
He opened the door fully and walked in fearing for his life.
"Hello?" asked Brandon.
Kelly sits up on the couch and smiles at Brandon.
"Kelly?" asked Brandon surprised to still see her here.
"Hey Brandon. Sorry I didn't hear you come in," replied Kelly.
"Oh, it's just you. I thought it was a thief," said Brandon relieved.
"It's ok. Come join me. I'm watching Friday, the 13th," added Kelly.
"But what are you still doing here?" asked Brandon.
"Don't get me started on that. The airport screwed up my flight information...so my flight's been delayed until they call me," replied Kelly.
"I hope you don't mind but I told them they could call here," added Kelly.
"No, I don't mind," said Brandon still surprised.
"Well, c'mon. I made popcorn and I got a seat for you here...next to me," smiled Kelly.
Brandon still has a confused look on his face. He sees Kelly smiling at him and decides to play along.
"Ummm...ok...sure," said Brandon going to the couch to join Kelly.
"Do you want to start in the beginning or is this ok?" asked Kelly.
"This is fine," replied Brandon giving Kelly a small smile but still feeling a little uncomfortable.
"Popcorn?" asked Kelly handing the bowl to Brandon.
"Thanks," replied Brandon taking the bowl from Kelly.
Brandon puts some popcorn into his mouth.
Some time goes by. The TV is still on but the movie is over. We see both Brandon and Kelly asleep with her head leaning on Brandon's shoulder.
Kelly starts to stir and it wakes up Brandon. He opens his eyes to see Kelly next to him. He tries to get up from the couch without waking up Kelly. He starts to gently move her head off his shoulder but ends up making Kelly fall right onto his chest, putting her arms around him.
He looks at Kelly for a second before giving up. He takes the blanket on the couch puts it on top of Kelly. He turns off the lights and go to sleep.
Brandon had left for work in the morning before Kelly woke up. Even though he still had many questions for her, he couldn't come up with the courage to call her at work that day. After all, Kelly would eventually be going back to L.A., why make matters worse? He was going to enjoy any little time they had together as friends.
Brandon did not know what to expect when he came home that afternoon. He didn't know whether or not Kelly was still going to be there. He opened the door to find all the lights off. He scanned the room to find no one there. Assuming that Kelly had gone back to L.A., he felt a little disappointed that he didn't get a chance to say goodbye.
"Kel?" asked Brandon seeing if Kelly was still there.
"Kelly?" asked Brandon a little louder this time.
Brandon didn't hear a response. He lets out a sigh and puts his bag on the floor by the door. He takes off his shoes and proceeds to walk into his bedroom.
As he starts to loosen his tie and shirt, he opens the door and is surprised to see Kelly sitting by the window sill. Still in her same clothes as yesterday, Kelly looked trouble as she stares aimlessly outside the window. In fact, Kelly still does not notice Brandon coming into the room.
"Kel?" asked Brandon.
Kelly finally heard Brandon and turns around.
"Brandon, hi," replied Kelly.
"Hey; everything ok?" asked Brandon walking closer to Kelly.
"Yeah, I was just staring out the window," replied Kelly.
"Oh. Why?" asked Brandon.
"I dunno. I didn't have anything else to do," replied Kelly.
"They seem happy to you, don't they?" asked Kelly.
"Who?" asked Brandon.
"Those people outside," replied Kelly.
Brandon takes a look outside the window.
"Well, I don't blame them. It's a good day to be outside," said Brandon.
"It's more than that," said Kelly.
"Like what?" asked Brandon.
"You see that couple there?" asked Kelly pointing to the happy couple on the streets making out.
"Yeah?" asked Brandon.
"He had somewhere important to go...but they just can't seem to let go of each other," replied Kelly.
"And her there...she was practically dancing on the streets because she was so happy about getting this important sale," added Kelly.
"So?" asked Brandon giving Kelly a confused look.
"So, everyone has something to do but me. They're out there, Brandon. They got lives of their own and I'm stuck here," replied Kelly.
Brandon looks down with a sad look. Kelly notices.
"Brandon, I'm sorry. I didn't mean it like that," said Kelly.
"Then what is it?" asked Brandon.
"It's a long story," replied Kelly.
"Well, I have time," said Brandon as he sits back down on the other side of the window sill next to Kelly.
"It's very complicated, Brandon," said Kelly.
"Well, Kel, help me understand then. First you show up at my place from out of nowhere. Then you said you were leaving. Then I come home, you're happy. Then all of a sudden today, you're depressed," said Brandon who was getting a little irritated by Kelly's attitude.
Kelly looks up at Brandon, who is still looking at her.
"You're right. I'm sorry. I shouldn't be bothering you with my problems," said Kelly who gets up.
Brandon takes Kelly's hand and pulls her back to him.
"You're not a bother. I'm just trying to help," said Brandon.
Kelly looks at Brandon and gives him a small smile.
"I know you are...Thank you," said Kelly.
She goes to Brandon and gives him a hug.
Brandon, who still has a concerned look on his face, hugs her back.
"Would it cheer you up if I make you a copy of the key to the apartment?" asked Brandon.
Kelly laughs, while continue hugging Brandon.
Later that night, Brandon is lying on the couch, unable to sleep. His eyes are wide open.
He was still worry about Kelly to sleep. He wishes he knew what is bothering Kelly. He wanted to help but he didn't want to give her the impression that he was invading her privacy.
Thinking about Kelly couldn't help but reminded Brandon of his past. He recalled how difficult it was to get over Kelly moving to Washington. Since then, he had met a lot of nice women, but none of which could measure of what he shared with Kelly. Maybe it was because Brandon set his standards too high. Or maybe he just wants to find someone who gave him the same joy and fulfillment that Kelly had given him. That might be the reason why Brandon simply stopped dating. For the past few years in Washington, he had done nothing but concentrate on his career. He might as well. After all, that's what he gave up everything he had in Beverly Hills to come here to do.
But all it took was Kelly to show up at his front door to bring back all those memories. But how bad could things get? After all, Kelly was only staying for a few days at the most. Brandon figures they'll talk, catch up, and she'll be on her way back home to L.A...back to her life, leaving Brandon to resume his life here. He realizes that he shouldn't overreact...After all, Kelly wasn't here to cause trouble. She just wanted to visit her friend. And he realizes he should be the best possible friend and host to her while she is here. Knowing this made Brandon feel a whole lot better. He was relieved.
Brandon takes a look at the clock showing 1am before shutting his eyes and trying to go to sleep.
To Be Continued…
