Gabriel's words hit the mark, exposing Ashley's intentions. But she would never admit it.
If she did, it would expose her, and Gabriel would be furious.
"No," Ashley said, smiling and pretending to shiver from the cold.
It was genuinely cold. Riding her bike against the wind had nearly frozen her hands.
"Gabriel, you know I don't like fighting. Didn't you see Kaitlyn? The moment you saw her in that dress, you should have known I was telling the truth..."
"Ashley!" Gabriel's voice was low and filled with anger. "You better not be lying!"
He was upset that she didn't want to come and didn't want to show up with him.
Ashley stood her ground. "I'm not lying, I swear!"
She even raised her hand as if searing, but then quickly lowered it, realizing he couldn't see her.
Gabriel let out a
