The past has hurt her but she has learned from it, for it would only destroy the future if she dwells on it and she has left it for good. But right now, it has attacked her present with the pain of memories she had locked. The only way, she can withstand now is to face it valiantly.
"Leena!! How are you? Do you recognize me? I am Flynn, your senior! I can't believe I am meeting you here after a long time." He felt an unwelcome rush of excitement when he saw someone he was aware of.
"Likewise. My friends are calling and I have to leave." With a forced smile, Leena turned to flee away from the place but like a barricade, he blocked her path.