The castaways prepared a wonderful dinner for their guests and they all gathered to enjoy it. An extra table was brought out to accommodate all. Mary Ann went to sit when she noticed, Dan, one of the crew members, take a seat next to the Professor. "Um..I wouldn't do that if I were you."

Dan looked at her. "Why not?"

"Ginger won't like it."

Dan shrugged. "I don't see what the big deal is."

Mary Ann shook her head. "Don't say I didn't warn you."

The crew member went to dig into his food when he felt a sharp painful tug on his ear. "Ow!" He exclaimed.
Dan looked up and saw a very unhappy redhead standing glaring at him.

"That is my seat." Ginger said gritting her teeth.

"S..sss…sorry." Dan replied meekly hoping Ginger would release the pain from his ear. He slowly got up from his place and Ginger let go.

"Don't let it happen again." She snapped.

Dan didn't understand what the big deal was but he was not about to argue with her. He took a seat across from Gilligan and Mary Ann.

"I told you." Mary Ann said laughing. "I told you Ginger wouldn't like that."

"I guess not." He said rubbing his ear.

Dan looked over and saw Ginger happily seated next to the Professor. Her arm around him whispering something or other in his ear.

"I definitely won't ever make that mistake again." He muttered to himself.

Dinner came to a close when Ginger then stood up. "Everyone…I have an announcement to make." She said with a smile.

The others sat waiting for Ginger to continue.

The movie star looked fondly at the Professor and then turned back to everyone. "Roy and I are getting married!" She squealed.

Mary Ann jumped up with delight. She hurried over to Ginger throwing her arms around her in a hug. "I'm so happy for you!" She said. "This is so great!"

"Thank you." Ginger replied returning her hug.

Mrs. Howell spoke. "Dear that's simply marvelous! So delightful!"

"Congratulations to you both!' exclaimed Mr. Howell.

They decided to make their party an engagement and bon voyage party.

Ginger danced with the Professor enjoying everything. Dreaming of her wedding. The type of dress she should wear.
The flowers. She held him closer and whispered how much she loved him.

Mary Ann danced with Gilligan thinking of Ginger and the Professor's engagement. How wonderful they were brought together by all of this. So romantic. Much like the way she was brought to Gilligan. If she hadn't taken that trip…she never would have met him. Perish the thought! Mary Ann held onto Gilligan tighter. The thought of never having him in her life. The horror!

"Mary Ann." Gilligan said in a choked voice. "Mary Ann…I can't breathe….can you let go a bit.."

"Oh sorry Gilligan." Mary Ann said releasing her grip. "Just got caught up there."

She placed her head back against him smiling.

The Skipper went up to Rebecca. "Would you uh….care to dance?" He asked of her.

She smiled. "I would love to."

He took her hand and lead her to the dance floor area. Although he had danced with Mary Ann, Ginger and Mrs. Howell several times before, he felt a little out of practice. Those women were his friends. This woman…well she was different. She was…Beautiful…and smart and….quite a lady. Not that he didn't think that way of the other three women. There was just something about her. He was drawn to her. A part of him thought he shouldn't be. What were the chances…But still…he could at least enjoy this moment.

Jasmine danced with Kawan feeling on top of the world. She had everything she wanted. A handsome husband who adored her. And truth be told, she was surprised to find that she actually..loved and adored him too. When the wedding ceremony was taking place, it was…exciting. It felt right. Like it was meant to be. Their wedding night. The passion. The amazing passion. Never in her life had she felt that way before. Yes Kawan was the man she belonged with. Ginger could have her dorky Professor. She had something better. A prince. A real prince.

Ginger watched Jasmine dancing with Kawan noticing the smug look of satisfaction on her face. She rolled her eyes. At least she was finally out of her hair and had a man of her own instead of trying to take hers. Not that her darling Roy would ever…would he? Ginger spoke to the Professor. "Roy..you would have known it wasn't me if that….woman tried to you know…kiss you."

He smiled at her. "Ginger my love I had my suspicions about her."

"You did?"

"Yes. I did. For one thing I had noticed her perfume. It was too strong. Smelled like it was cheap. Your perfume my love has an intoxicating scent."

Ginger smiled. "What else?"

"Her eyes were no where near as beautiful as yours are."

"And?"

"Her skin…wasn't as soft and delicate as yours."

Ginger shook her head. "You are a terrible liar. Mary Ann told me it was because she wasn't wearing this necklace." She said holding the locket in her hand.

"Well yes that did tip me off but…"

"Uh huh." Ginger said with a smile. "I'll bet."

"Dear I swear I never kissed her."

"That's because she wouldn't have you." Ginger giggled. "But I would." She brought her lips closer to his in a deep kiss.

After the party

Rebecca walked around the island taking in all the scenery. It was certainly a beautiful charming place. Her mind went to the castaways. How they managed to live on this island for so long. Sweet Mary Ann. What a wonderful girl. How she could bake such a delicious pie without having the modern conveniences of today was amazing to her. The farm girl reminded her a little of her niece Laurie.

And Gilligan. What an adorable boy! No wonder Mary Ann was crazy about him. She thought his stories about his friend Skinny Mulligan were very funny. Rebecca thought he was a terrific match for Mary Ann.

The Howells. Such warm delightful people. She really liked Mrs. Howell. A charming woman who wasn't afraid to express what she felt and thought. Mr. Howell was quite charming as well. His stories were amusing.

Ginger. A beautiful woman. And a terrific actress. She had seen a movie or two with her in it and thought she was amazing. And the way she adored that Professor. She laughed at Ginger pulling Dan out by his ear at the table.
Well the woman didn't want anyone sitting next to her man and Mary Ann did warn him.

The Professor. She could tell how much he loved the redheaded movie star. The way he looked at her and basked in the attention she gave him. He was quite a gentleman and Rebecca thought Ginger was lucky to have him.

As she walked some more her mind then went to the Skipper. A dear man he was. She loved his tales of the sea. Loved that he loved the sea as much as she did. No other man understood her passion for the sea. Not even her late husband Greg. He tried. God love him he really did try, but his heart just was not in it. The many times he attempted to go sailing with her only to get sea sick. Rebecca knew how awful he felt about it. He wanted to share her love of the sea but he couldn't. But Rebecca understood. The way he at least attempted to share it was enough for her.

For their anniversary one year, he had purchased her her very own sailboat! She named it Starlight. A few times, Greg did manage to go out with her on the boat and not get sick. They were some of the happiest times.

Then he died. Cancer. Gone. Her world was shattered. The only thing she had left of Greg was their son Jason.
Jason lived far way in New York as an investment banker. He did come to visit as much as he could with his wife Kate.
Kate was a terrific lady. The perfect match for her son.

Rebecca had hoped that someday she would be lucky in love again. She hadn't been. She supposed she was too drawn to the sea to bother to find another love. The sea was her love. But now…now that she met the Skipper….she had a feeling that maybe just maybe..that could all change.