Jennifer eased onto the big bed and sat stiffly, legs crossed Indian fashion and her arms wrapped tightly around her middle.She was afraid to lean back. What if he was just looking for an excuse to say she was coming on to him? He did lean back on the bank of pillows and put his hands behind his head as if he hadn't a care in the world.<br/><br/>At the intermission, Ash hopped off the bed and left the room but soon returned with popcorn and two bottles of ice cold rootbeer. She couldn't help herself. She clapped her hands with delight.<br/>"Just like a real theater," she cried. His smile lit up his face as he transferred the soda to her.<br/><br/>"You are a very thoughtful man," Jennifer stated, thoughtfully. Then she blushed. Taking a bite of popcorn and then a swig of the sweet brown soft drink, she slowly leaned back on the pillows. The second half of the movie came on. She was getting sleepy and yawned broadly.<br/><br/>Suddenly, she remembered what part was coming next and she shrank against Ash's shoulder. The mean men were about to jump from under the bridge to get Scarlett. The movie made it scarier than the book had. She buried her eyes against him, peeking out just in time to see Big Sam save her.<br/><br/>"This is the best time I have had since before my dad died. Thank you, Ash, for everything. I don't want to get you in trouble, so I will leave in the morning. If I'm gone when you wake up, this is thank you." and she kissed him lightly on the cheek.