When they returned to work he knew that all of the cameras were on them. He shook Lance and Kendra's hands and promised that he'd join them again some time. Ashleigh lingered with him in the lobby.
"Thanks for coming with us."
"Thanks for inviting me." They looked at each other and Christopher decided that he would just ask her. He would ask her on a date.
"Ashleigh."
"Yes?"
The words froze in his throat at the look of curiosity on her face. "I…better get back. I'll see you tomorrow."
"See you tomorrow, Christopher."
He nodded and headed for the elevators, cursing himself for being such a chicken. What if he lost her friendship because he wanted more? He didn't want to do that. Ashleigh watched him walk away.
~*~
The ride down to Corbin Kentucky was quiet. It was just him, mom a
