“We’ll go get her then I’ll take you guys home.” Ashley said, voice still quiet. ‘The club is closer. There’s NO way I could take the extra ten minutes alone with her’

Spencer just nods her head, giving up trying to look into her eyes, feeling a little dejected. Ashley turns and starts walking to the car without a word. Spencer looks on with hurt and confusion on her face before jogging to catch up. They reach the car and get in. Ashley starts it up and heads toward the club.

I can’t believe I was so close to kissing her. I don’t even know if she’s gay or not. Damnit! How does she do it? I’ve never felt like this for anyone. She’s different than any of the girls I’ve met. She’s sweet, funny, kind, beautiful and… SHUT UP brain! You shouldn’t be thinking about this. Do you not remember… STOP! That was a long time ago. So! You know as well as I do it’s one of the reasons you’re like this. Like what?! You KNOW what! Whatever! I don’t even know why I’m arguing with you. I AM you, you dumbass. Arg!! SHUT THE… oh, we’re here. Finally!!

***

I wonder what happened. I mean we were having such a great time then she jumps off me like I burned her. I don’t get it. And now she doesn’t even talk to me. It’s like I’m not even here. The silence is so awkward it’s killing me. Did I do something wrong? I can’t think of anything Seems like the mystery of Ashley Davies just got a lot harder. But I’m gonna try. I really like her. She’s funny, beautiful, nice, she has a beautiful voice, and such a talent for music and I love it. Hey, we’re here.

***

Ashley pulls up to the club and steps out. “I’m gonna go get J.” Ashley says quietly and quickly turns around walking into the club. Spencer just looks after Ashley’s retreating back with a sad and worried look on her face. ‘What is going through that head of yours Ash.’

Ashley walks into the club and heads to the bar first. ‘One drink won’t hurt’