It has been three months and the fact that Spencer left still hurt like hell.

Half way through her summer break between high school and college Spencer dropped a bomb on Ashley, she changed her mind about where she was going to college. The original plan of UCLA scrapped, she wanted to go to Boston after all. It was a great opportunity for Spence but Ashley felt torn apart. Everyday since she left Ashley has thought about jumping on a plane to see Spence, but she must respect the woman she loves. Spencer wanted a chance to experience life on her own, away from her strong support system of family and friends. Ashley understood but she didn’t like feeling so alone, with no idea what the future held for her.

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It was Friday night and as usual Ashley was at home. Tonight she sat on her balcony with her guitar trying to write. Everything she came up with sounded depressing but it accurately reflected her mood. Somehow she needed to find something positive so she had some sellable songs before artists stopped calling

DING DONG

She made no move to answer the door because she was in no mood for company, she rarely was these days. Hopefully whoever it was would take the hint.

“Ash are you in here?” Aiden yelled from the doorway.

Shit why did I give him a key? “Yeah out here.” Ashley yelled hoping this would be a short visit.

“Ok before you throw me out just listen. I know you’re probably gonna say no but…”

Interrupting Ashley says, “Gee you need to work on this convincing thing Aiden.”

“Alright smart ass I’m getting you out of this house. I can’t stand to see you like this.” Aiden pleaded.

“So sit down.” Ashley said trying to make a joke. “This can’t be the whole plan. I can see it in your eyes, there’s more to this. We’ve known each other too long to try and hide things from me. So out with it, what’s the great plan or reason to get me out of the house?”

“Honestly I have someone I want you to meet.”

Laughing Ashley says, “You are kidding me. Your grand plan is to set me up? I don’t want or need a date thank you very much. I just wanna be alone. Sorry Aiden.”