JT and Emma were talking while the rest of the class doodled on their papers. After a few minutes Emma said, "So, JT and I came up with this idea. We could go around in a circle and say new friends that we've made here today. And old friendships rekindled. And people that we used to be friends with, aren't anymore, and why not."
They all agreed and moved back into the circle.
"So, Marco, you go first." JT said, "We'll go in the same order as last time."
Marco nodded and then started, "Well, I used to be friends with Spinner but he got me stuck in here. I used to be friends with Ellie but she's mad at me and I don't know why. I guess I could say that I became friends with Emma and hopefully JT." Both Marco and JT blushed a bit, "And I didn't rekindle any old friendships." He glanced at Ellie grimly.
"Okay, my turn." JT said, standing up, "I'm already friends with Emma. I used to be friends with Manny but she dumped me for one stupid reason that I don't really remember. I used to be friends with Sean until Jay came into the picture. My new friend is Marco. And I didn't rekindle any old friendships. Although I would've liked to." He nodded in Manny's direction and then in Sean's."
"Cool, my turn." Spinner said standing up, "I didn't know that Marco and I weren't friends anymore. I just thought he was mad. Sean and I used to be friends, and then once again, Jay came into the picture. Manny and I dated for a short time but hey, relationships are supposed to end, right? And I hope Emma and I are friends…" he smiled innocently and batted his eyes in her direction.
"Of course we are, Spinner." Emma went over to him and squeezed his cheeks.
Everyone laughed. She went back to her seat and nodded at Ellie.
"Okay, well, um. Sean and I just broke up so unless we get back together a friendship so soon would probably just be awkward. Manny and I just became friends. Jay and I used to hang out when I was dating Sean but I guess we were never really friends. I'd like to be friends with Emma. If that's okay." Ellie looked to Emma who nodded, "And I guess Spinner and JT are okay."
"Wait, wait. You forgot Marco." Spinner said.
"I have nothing to say about Marco." Ellie shrugged.
Spinner and Marco exchanged a glance and Spinner shrugged sadly. Marco just nodded and stared down at his desk.
"O-kay. Manny's turn." Emma said, trying to change the subject.
"Spinner and I are friends again. I might even try to kiss him today." Manny smiled at Spinner who smirked, "Marco and I already were kind of friends, through Paige, who I'm ashamed to say I was every even friends with."
"Hey, that's my ex you're talking about." Spinner jumped up.
"Key word, Spin, ex." Manny said.
"True. Continue." Spinner sat back down.
"JT and I have been friends since kindergarten and I really hope he'll accept my apology and reconsider our friendship. Ellie and I just became friends. Sean and I used to be friends but Jay came along. You really did a number on Sean's old friends, didn't you, Jay? And I'm proud to say that Emma and I made up and I have a best friend again." Manny smiled giddily.
"Okay, my turn." Sean said, "First, to JT and Manny. I'm really sorry about all of that and since Emma forgave me I'm hoping that maybe the three of us can try being friends again." He looked to them hopefully. They considered it and then nodded at him, "Jay and I are old pals. You could say. I guess. Ellie, I'm really sorry. What do you say about getting back together?" Ellie smiled and walked over to him. They looked each other in the eyes and kissed.
"Save it for the honeymoon!" Spinner exclaimed, "Finish your little speechy thing."
Ellie and Sean smiled at each other as she took her seat again.
"Emma and I are friends again. And I'm happy about that because, not only was she a great girlfriend and I totally destroyed our relationship, she's also a best friend. Spinner, I want to be friends again. Just don't torture me for being held back again. We don't want to start at square one." He smiled and Spinner nodded his head, "And that's it. I never was friends with Marco and I have a feeling that if this is anything like the Breakfast Club we'll all end up friends in the end anyway."
"Ha, Breakfast Club. My total favorite movie of all time." Emma said, "When we get out of here we should all meet at one of our houses and watch it together."
"Yeah, who's house?" Manny asked.
"Not mine. My mom's sick and Jack is crying up a storm." Emma said.
"I don't exactly have a house. I'm living with Emma." Sean said.
"My mom's drinking again so I'm out." Ellie shrugged.
"My parents are kinda strict about boys coming over." Manny slunk back.
"Last time people came to my house to watch TV I ended up being scorned for a month. Sorry, but no can do." JT said.
"My parents would be confused if people like Sean and Jay came into my house and I said they were my friends. No offense or anything, but they would probably think I was dealing drugs or something." Marco said.
"Okay, well, Kendra is having some computer club meeting at my house so that's out of the question unless you wanna hear about the RPM of computer modems all night." Spinner said.
"That leaves Jay's house." Emma grinned sweetly at Jay.
"No. No way. You are not coming to my house." Jay said, rapidly shaking his head.
"And why not?" Emma said, seductively sitting on his lap.
"Uh, uh, um, well, uh…" Jay stammered.
"What was that, Jay?" Emma asked, their lips only a centimeter apart.
"B-because…" Jay started but he was cut off by Emma gently resting her lips on his.
When she broke away and went back to her seat she said, "So your house right?"
"Ugh. That kiss was a bribe wasn't it?" Jay asked and Emma nodded proudly.
Jay just smiled, "Fine. My house it is."
Everyone cheered and clapped Emma on the back.
Once they were all settled down they realized it was Emma's turn to tell about her friends.
"I'm friends with all of you. Okay, I'm done." Emma said.
"I think Emma beat us all to the Breakfast Club conclusion of the day." Jay laughed, "So my turn right? I'm friends with Emma and Sean and I'm willing to be friends with everyone else if they'll let me into their hearts."
"Okay, I have an idea." Emma said and everyone turned to look at her, "Everyone in this room is basically friends except for Ellie and Marco, right?"
They nodded.
"So why don't you two just shake hands and make up? That way the rest of the six hours here will be peaceful." Emma suggested.
Ellie and Marco looked to each other. Ellie finally nodded and they stood up, shook hands, and hugged tightly.
Emma smiled at her success.