The dance studio had an important performance coming up, requiring early rehearsals. The hotel where they stayed during their travels was prearranged, including meals.
Ashley, feeling elated after confronting her tormentor, felt a bit choked while eating. Just then, Carrol Bentley, probably Ashley's only friend in the studio, handed her a glass of orange juice. She took a sip and said, "Thanks."
Carrol waved it off casually. "Don't thank me; it was from Alexis."
Ashley paused, looking up to meet Alexis' gaze and her gentle smile.
Ashley found it odd. After defeating Alexis in a dance-off, they hadn't spoken much. Why would Alexis kindly offer her juice now?
Just then, Sharon walked in, observing the two.
She had been worrying a lot about the rivalry between Ashley and Alexis for the
