Ashley was putting extra pillows and blankets for her bed.  Spencer emerged from Ashley’s bathroom wearing Ashley’s wifebeater and a pair of shorts.  She tiptoed into Ashley’s room attempting to sneak up on Ashley, however failed.  “Don’t even think about trying to play a trick on me,” Ashley joked.  Spencer chuckled and Ashley asked, “Did the shower help refresh you?”

“Yep, the fifth shower does the trick,” answered Spencer with a smile.  Thanks for asking.

“Good,” Ashley said as she turned to face Spencer.

“How did you know it was me and not Kyla trying to sneak up on you?” asked Spencer with curiosity.

“Lucky guess,” Ashley answered.  It looks like I’m not the only one who’s bad at sneaking up on someone.  Spencer chuckled and Ashley gestured for Spencer to have a seat next to her.  Spencer went to sit on the bed.

“Thanks for letting me stay here tonight,” began Spencer with a smile.  I don’t know what I would do if I didn’t have you in my life.

“No problem,” Ashley responded. Mi casa es su casa.  I don’t know what I’d do without you either, but we’re stuck with one another.

“Likewise, Ash,” agreed Spencer.  Being stuck with one another isn’t such a bad thing after all.  Ashley smiled.

“Are you feeling better from before?” Ashley questioned with concern.  Could you use someone to talk to?  Hint, hint.  Spencer chuckled.

“Yeah because I’m with you,” responded Spencer.  I’m not ready to talk about everything else yet.  I n-need some time.

“Good answer,” Ashley smiled as she interlocked the fingers with Spencer’s.  It’s fine.  You’ll talk to me when you’re ready, just know that I’ll always be there for you.  So do you want to watch a DVD to help clear your mind off of things?  I’ll make us some popcorn and even throw in some skittles.

“I really don’t deserve you,” observed Spencer with a sigh.  You are really being amazing throughout all of this and I’m afraid.

“You do deserve me,” Ashley began.  I’m the one who should be saying that.  Never in a million years did I think we would have a chance to be together and I am so happy that we are.  Thanks and it’s alright to be afraid.  I’m scared with you.  For the record, you’re the best out of all the rest, Spence.  So a movie marathon and popcorn is good for us?