In the days following their confrontation, Gabriel didn't contact Ashley at all.
The daily bouquets she used to receive from him also ceased to appear.
Every morning as she applied her makeup, Ashley wondered if things were truly over between her and Gabriel.
It wasn't that she was heartbroken. She simply couldn't afford to lose him as her only available tool.
If it ended, all her previous efforts would be for nothing.
Anxiety gnawed at her.
What should she do?
Biting her lip, Ashley resolved that if Gabriel didn't come to her, she would have to swallow her pride and apologize.
Reluctantly, she waited until the stillness of the night before before mustering the courage to send him a message.
Ashley: Are you busy?
After sending the message, she went to her performance. When she ch
