Cabana Diaries

Kelly joined Dylan at the volleyball court.

"Hey!" She greeted, "I just want to thank you for keeping me company last night. I had a lot of fun."

"Anytime, sweetheart." He grinned

"So, let's kick some ass today!" She cheered, heading into position. He followed her lead.

"So we didn't win. We still played one hell of a game!" Kelly exclaimed as they headed over to their seats

"Steve had to beat us." He sighed, "Kel..." he turned to her before she sat down "I want to thank you, for making this summer... fun." She smiled at his comment, and wrapped her arms around his neck

"Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." She joked. Suddenly she felt nervous, she felt him tense up under her arms.

Did I make him comfortable? She thought, as he seemingly squirmed out of her reach.

"I gotta get home." His lips pressed together tightly.

"Oh?" She asked "you're not gonna stay for the sunset party? You know, support the champs!" She tried to keep her tone light-hearted

"No, I..." he rubbed the back of his head, "I think it's just the heat... gotta go home, lie down in an air conditioned room. Besides I promised Brenda I'll be home for her call."

"Oh, okay" she replied. That was the first time hearing Brenda's name felt awkward.

What shifted? She thought. Could he be mad at me? Did I do something wrong?

Dylan rushed home and slumped himself on the couch, contemplating his hasty exit.

What's happening to me? He thought. He couldn't quite make sense of the sensation he felt around Kelly. Nor could he avoid it anymore. It had been so easy to get lost in this new found connection, he couldn't put his finger on the rush he felt. What was it about her?

All he knew for sure was he could no longer deny there was something a little more then friendship blossoming. His thoughts were interrupted by Brenda's call.

"So how come you missed my call last night?" Brenda asked

"Sorry, Bren. A lot's been going on."

"Like what?" She insisted

"I don't really wanna get into it." He sighed

"Dylan... I hope your father's parole isn't getting to you."

"No, it's nothing like that." He assured

"Sure?" She asked "because Brandon said you'd been... different... distant and well, quite upbeat."

"Is upbeat a bad thing?" He joked

"It is if you're taking something to feel that way." Brenda said, sternly.

"Aw, jeez Bren. I'm not under any substance. I've just been... relaxing, surfing, enjoying my summer. You know, what you should be doing?"

"is that all?"

"Brandon was right. You do have a flare for the dramatic... Chill, Bren. I'm fine, just been making the most of it. I was actually thinking while I've got time on my hands to start fixing my old bike."

"Oh, Dylan! You know I hate motorcycles, they're dangerous."

"Brenda, can you not take life so seriously for once? Look at you, always worrying. You're young and in one of the most beautiful cities. Don't spend it worrying about me, or worrying about Donna's modeling, waiting for her in that hotel room. Get on out there, enjoy yourself. I want you to be happy."

"Fine..." Brenda finally accepted

"I mean, look, Kelly doesn't have either of you, but she's not moping around, she's making the most of her summer with her sister."

"Oh have you seen her lately? Been trying to get a hold of her."

"Yeah, not much... around... here and there."

"Kelly, please don't tell Donna." David pleaded, "I swear, I've just been under pressure, needed an escape, it was a moment of weakness. You know I love Donna and I'll never do anything to hurt her again!"

"Fine." Kelly's face softened, "But I want Donna to hear this from you."

"I promise. Thank you, thank you!" He hugged her

"hey! Gotta keep you in check." Kelly replied, returning the hug "what are big sisters for."

"Yo, Kelly!" A strange voice called as David left. Kelly turned to face them

"Come on! Shots and wet t shirt contest time... we need the party master!"

"No thanks! I think I'll pass!" Kelly yelled over

"Boring!" Someone else shouted out "Get her drunk, then she'll strip for free!"

Kelly walked off, ignoring the comment.

Doesn't anyone see how much I've changed, she thought. It's useless. No one takes me seriously.

Kelly headed over to her cabana and was shocked to find none other than Dylan inside.

He was... so tall without her heels on, so... hot! She couldn't help but feel excited to see him, happy he came back.

"What are you doing here?" She asked

"I... wanted to see you." He replied, standing up. He began to head towards her.

She was suddenly aware how fast her heart was beating.

"I've been thinking..." he began "Is it just me, Kel? Or is there something... here?" He began to caress her shoulder, tracing his finger in circular motions along her arm.

she tried to speak or move, but she felt paralyzed by his touch. He too was taken aback by the rush of electricity that ran through his body once he felt her soft silky skin.

He was too close for comfort now

"something that we've been avoiding.." his voice a raspy whisper, "Somethinn hat makes us fee... tethered to each other, something... hard to walk away from."

And his lips met hers. She found herself giving in and kissing him back. Until his hands trailed over to the back of her neck, pulling on the strings of her jumpsuit.

"No!" She gasped, pushing him away, tieing her strings back into a knot.

"Kel, I- I'm sorry, I didn't mean to push this on you." He tried to get her to make eye contact but she was anxiously heading over to the door

"I gotta go." She stumbled as she opened the door "I-I'm sorry, Dylan" she turned to face him "i don't feel... nothing." She rushed out.

He just stood there, feeling foolish.