Chapter 19: Ashton

Hailie looked absolutely gorgeous tonight. I was so mad when I walked in that I didn’t notice how beautiful she looked, making me feel awful. She wore a stunning royal blue dress that made her dark skin and red hair look incredible.

She said it wasn’t necessary, but it was important if I had to guess.

The dinner was incredible, but Hailie looked like she wanted to say something the entire time but kept it to herself. I need her to be honest, but she has clammed up. Once we were done eating, I stood and walked over to her and took her hand,

“Where are we going?” Hailie questions, not understanding my movements.

“We are going to my office to talk,” I tell her, not wanting to scare her.

When we got to the office, I locked the door and started making my way towards Hailie, who was now leaning against the desk, her breathing hitching as I stepped closer to her, “Hailie,” I said softly, placing my hands on either side of her, “you did not get dressed up and have a nice dinner