One Night Stand

The Meeting: Ashes Sparks

6 good long years after that day;

Clyde: *on the phone* Yes, sure. I'll be there in a couple of minutes. Let’s order some pizza, okay?

Kyle: Sure. Whatever, favorite? I bet.

Clyde: Stupid question. Hahaha

“I never thought I’ll be back in this damned city. It’s been 6 years huh.” Clyde thought to herself as she walk the streets of Ayala. Half hearted, she still wants to see that man’s face, one.last.time.

She finally arrived at the Yellowcab in corner Sen. Gil Puyat, one of the best branches for her, 24/7 open, with a Starbucks just around the corner. It was THE place for her to unwind.

Kyle: CLYDE!!!

Kyle waved vigorously at her, she haven’t seen her best friend for so long that she’s fighting the urge to jump right at her.

Clyde: KYLE!!!!! I MISSED YOU!!!

Clyde did what Kyle was restraining herself to do. She hugged her best friend like it was forever, and Kyle smiled while her eyes sting fighting big tears to drop.

Clyde: What’s with the red eyes? You’re not doing drugs, are you? Haha

Kyle: Bitch!! Of course not! You!!!!!!! Hahahahaha

Clyde: Kidding babe. I’m hungry. That 14 hour worth of travel is taking its toll.

They took a cab to SM Mall of Asia, and walked to SBARRO for a good bite of huge pizza and pasta. Both were just thrilled to see each other after years. And, out of no where;

Clyde: I wonder if I’ll see a bit of him after all these years.

Kyle: Still Mark, huh? He’s still playing some good music; want to catch him up at one the open bars around seaside?

Clyde: Maybe.

She smiled small but is deep in thought on what they would both feel.

Clyde: I bet he wouldn’t recognize me.

Kyle: I sent him a sms; I asked what their schedule in UNO Pizzeria is.

Clyde: Did you tell him I’m back?

Kyle: No.

Kyle knew how much her best friend loved Mark, even after just a one night stand, she was well aware of how hard it was for her to just go back to her old self. She’s a bit worried that Clyde will fall again, she fears to see the Clyde that broke down, 6 years ago.

Kyle: 6 years.

Clyde: Yeah.

Mark: Hey! Jess, what time will we be up in UNO later?

Jess: 9PM. Why?

Mark: Kyle texted me, I think she wants to get the old fire of yours sparking. Haha

Jess: Shut up!!

Jess was Kyle’s ex-boyfriend, after the havoc that Mark and Clyde went through; they separated ways to help their own best buds. He was aware that Clyde got back home, and like Kyle, he’s as worried on how Mark will take the shock on seeing the love that he dared not take.

9:00 PM sharp, The Ballista band started playing, Kyle and Clyde walked through the sea of chairs and tables and took a seat at the middle. The band didn’t notice them came, but Jess’s eyes were distracted locating them and is having the most difficult time playing. After the 3rd song that made popular by Bob Marley, the band took a break. Finally, Jess was able to locate them. Taking the neckline of Mark’s shirt, he carelessly dragged him, almost tearing the cloth off.