So debates, yeah they weren't really Ashley's thing. She still came though, a mixture of curiosity and responsibility forcing her into it. She eyed her department head as she passed the stage and gave her a small smile, knowing the woman was perfectly capable of representing herself. Althea had done an amazing job with their department since she'd started and the blonde was eager to see her in this kind of setting. You go, girl.

Ash made her way to the general seating area and sat down, placing her clutch in her lap. Yup...so this was it, huh? And cool, people seemed to be chatting with their family members or significant others and Ashley didn't have either of those with her. Nothing like being reminded of the fact you're alone to boost your mood...Sigh.

At least there was food at this thing.

...There was food, wasn't there?