Ashley gave dear Ivy a peck on the cheek and hug when she entered the room, then moved to the other chair in the room.  "Good morning sweet Ivy.  I hope you slept well."  Turning her attention back to Sylria for a moment, she answered,"I offered the undergarments only for your comfort. If you are fine without them..."  Ashley left off there and gave a little shrug and a  wry smile.<br/>She sat watching the play between Genie and Ivy and wondered at Imogene's mood.  Her young friend seemed subdued and something was definitely bothering her.  Ashley was contemplating this when Bella came into the room.<br/>'Oh I do so detest the hunt.'  Ashley's tried to hide her dismay.  She had hoped to avoid it, but if Lily sent Bella after them, there was no chance of escaping it.<br/>With a resigned sigh, she forced a smile, "Yes, I will change into my riding clothes, and be along with the others."<br/>