You had approached, upon arrival, to greet all your former schoolmates. The vast majority looked different, although they still retained that essence of who they were back in high school. However, there was someone in particular whom you didn't recognize until he spoke to you after greeting him.

"I'm glad to see you again." You looked at him surprised, not only by seeing him again but also by his great change.

Kai no longer looked like that shy and insecure boy who hid under that appearance that only those who paid close attention found his beauty. Now he looked very different, as if he had been reborn. Much taller, more attractive, more confident. All eyes were on him, and his eyes were on you.

"I guess what I should say is that cheesy phrase: 'the ugly duckling turned into a swan."