Ashley didn't ask where they were headed until they arrived at their destination. She was taken aback.
Lightning Dance Studio, one of New York's top modern dance studios, was well-regarded, even internationally.
It was Lightning Dance Studio!
Before returning to New York, she had looked into working there, but unfortunately, the studio's director made it clear that they wouldn't be publicly hiring.
She would personally select all dancers.
So, Ashley had let go of that hope.
Now, unexpectedly, Gabriel was escorting her straight to the backstage area.
Ashley was still processing the scene when Gabriel took her hand, pulling her close. "Don't get distracted, and try not to be nervous when you meet Ms. Grant."
Ashley looked up in shock. "Ms. Grant, as in Sharon Grant? You contacted her
