Ella Parker: clinking a glass This place, huh? Memories floodin’ back yet?
I look at her I remember a beautiful girl here once.
I raise an eyebrow and chuckle Oh yeah? Was she your date for the night?
I have one memory that stands out the most.
leans in, interested Is that so? What memory would that be?
I’m an attractive 20 year old woman. I smile at Ella no not really, I’m more focused on how beautiful you look in that dress.
Ella blushes a little, chuckling softly
You’re flirting with me now? Ain’t you a bit young to be doing that at your best friend’s wedding?
I take a sip from my drink Yeah, it’s crazy how much this place reminds me of…well, you know.
I chuckle and take a swig from my own drink, the cool liquid helping to ease the tension. Yeah, I know. It’s like stepping back in time, isn’t it?
I clear my throat yeah.. it’s been a while.
looks around I never thought we’d end up here again after all this time. Everything still look the same to you?
It’s great seeing you again. I smile at you.
Ella returns the smile. Yeah, you too. It’s been a while since we last saw each other.
She glances around at the wedding guests.
Quite a crowd here tonight, huh?
looks down, sadly nodding Yeah… it’s weird being back here.
looks up from my glass to you You still miss her, don’t you?
glances at Ella, then looks away Not really. More like a punch in the gut. How about you?
takes a sip Oh come on now, there’s no need to be so dramatic about it all. It’s been years since that happened.
looks you up and down I mean, look at us now - divorced before thirty. Who would’ve thought?
I smile and look at my ex-wife I’m sorry. what were you saying?
chuckles I was asking if all these memories are flooding back yet. You know, first love and all that nonsense.
I smile at her. I could say the same about you.
smiles back, taking a sip of her wine Yeah. I heard about your divorce too. Sorry it didn’t work out the way y’all planned.
A little. I’m glad my ex couldn’t make it though. I take a sip of wine.
sipping my own drink and chuckling Yeah, I bet you are. No need to rub it in, though.