Ashley was watching Gabriella and Catherine talk about Ben and they obviously loved him. But Tina said he loved her and Trish. She was so confused. "Are you... in love with Ben?" she finally asked.
Both women immediately said 'Yes.' then laughed. Gabriella explained. "Ben had a very rough time growing up and we haven't heard the full story yet. There are some dark hidden events in his past. When he moved into the neighborhood he got married and when they found out they couldn't have kids his wife, who was sterile, she left him for another man. That emotionally knocked Ben off his moorings. He was in pretty rough shape. He drank a lot." She saw Ashley stiffen. "But he was just a sad drunk. Not violent in any way." Ashley relaxed and Gabriella continued.
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