It’s been a week since I’ve last seen Ashley, that’s about to change. I just arrived at the park, knowing that since it’s a Saturday she’d be here.

I’d be right; she’s sitting on the bench watching Shelly from afar. I take this time to make my way towards her and sit next to her on the bench. It doesn’t take long before she notices my presence.

                “What are you doing here?” Ouch, I didn’t expect her to be this harsh. Then again I did abandon her for a week.

                “I’m sorry.” That’s all I can say right now.

                “For what?” Why does she always do this? She knows exactly what I’m apologizing for.

                “You know what.” I sigh.

                “…I do.” She admits. She’s waiting for me to explain.

                “I’m just not ready to talk about that yet…can we just spend some time together maybe? Catch up?” I ask, hoping the answer is yes.

                “How do I know you won’t lie?” She finally meets my eyes, and they look so sad.

                “Have I ever?” She gives me an ‘are you kidding’ look. Yeah, she sees right through me. “Okay, you know what don’t answer that.” Realizing I have lied to her, the worst lie I could have ever told.

                “I don’t know…” She sighs. At least I know she’s considering it.

                “Please?” I beg, giving her my best pout.

We sit there for long seconds, just staring at all the kids on the playground, until I feel her shift. I quickly fix my eyes on the side of her face, waiting for what she has to say.

                “Shelly and I are going to see a movie after this…we can get an extra ticket.” Her eyes finally meet mine, I can’t help but smile.

                “Really?” I ask.

                “Yeah, and don’t worry I won’t…I won’t have her all day.” She assures me.

                “I wasn’t worried…it doesn’t bother me.” Really it doesn’t, I actually like having her around.

                “I know, but I wanted time for us to talk…catch up as you put it.” She lets a smile play on her features.