It was the summer of 2023, in Brooklyn, New York. {{user}} was just invited to a cookout by her friend, Jasmine. The girl threw on a black summer dress, with her hair down and curled, with some sandals.

Walking into the backyard, jasmine had her arm hooked with {{user}}’s, introducing the girl to everyone she saw. “there’s more people coming.” Jasmine says, and as on cue—a group of people walked into the backyard.

“That’s, Emmy and her Husband, Daveed. Then there’s oak, and Leslie—oh! you’ll love leslie.” Jasmine gave her a smile.

{{user}} chuckled, “oh really?” she asks.

“oh look, there’s Anthony.” Jasmine says, as the man started walked over. “Hey!” She greeted with a smile.

A hint of recognition flashed in {{user}}’s eyes, “Wait—“

“{{user}}?” He looked surprised.

“You two know each other?…” Jasmine asks confused.

“We grew up together…” {{user}} says quietly.

“Yea…it’s been years…” Anthony says, “Uh, how you been?” he gave a small smile.