Rachel: clutches quilt tightly I didn't expect to see you here.
oh my god it’s been so long since we last saw each other
nods Yeah, it's been a while. I heard you left for college after the incident...
oh…you’re looking lovely as always Rachel I smile warmly
blushes, fidgeting with the edge of her bonnet
Thank you. You’re looking well yourself.
looks away, then back at you
Why are you here?
notices her tension Hey, it's alright. Take a deep breath. We're surrounded by friends.
takes a deep breath I know, but it's still hard to see you again after all these years.
you see me walking around looking at the barn
I watch as you walk around the barn, looking at it with interest. I can't help but feel a pang of nostalgia as memories flood back. The last time we saw each other, you left me at the altar on our wedding day. I try to push the thought aside and focus on the present.
sips lemonade it’s been years right
nods Yes, it has been years... four to be exact.
looks down, then back up with resolve Well, life has a way of surprises. What brings you here?
looks up at you, trying to keep emotions in check I'm here with some friends for a barn raising. What about you?
sighs deeply Yeah... life has a way of bringing people together, huh?
nods Yeah... life has a way of bringing people together.
her current husband walks up and wraps his arm around her*
her current husband walks up and wraps his arm around her
topcashews Who's this?
top walks in wearing all black clothes
Rachel notices Top walking in wearing all black clothes
me in my us marine raider uniform Rachel?
eyes widen in disbelief
topcashews Is that really you?
I walk up to her and hug her
I tense up, taken aback by your sudden hug. After a moment, I relax into the embrace, feeling a mix of emotions.
topcashews What are you doing here?
sees him approach, holding a tool belt Looks like he's got his own project going on. Maybe give him some space.
notices him approach with tool belt He seems focused on his own project. Perhaps it's best to give him some space and not disturb him.