They didn't manage to get everyone in one place until after three. Apparently Cook found a group of girls who were completely enamored by him, and most likely completely drunk too. But Effy eventually extracted him from his admirers.

"So what's our plan now kiddies?" Cook said enthusiastically.

Ashley laughed then said, "Well Cook, you're the one who wanted to get out of here about an hour ago."

"Right, almost forgot. But I don't know much about this city, I'll need suggestions. So where's the next party?" Cook replied.

"Well we could just walk around Water Street and see what's going on. That's what I do sometimes if I'm not closing." Spencer spoke up.

Cook's smile got bigger, if that was even possible. "Good to hear you're joining us love. I say we do what she suggests." Cook said looking at his band mates.

"Works for me." Naomi said. "This place has grown a bit stale. No offense Spencer."

Spencer laughed and said, "No worries, I just work here. I don't hang out here when I'm not working so no offense taken."

Ashley decided to assert herself back into the conversation, "Well then we've got a plan. I'll call Aiden and tell him his break is going to be a bit longer."

For the next three hours they bounced from bar to bar. The band seemed to be having a blast hanging out with the random drunken people celebrating the holiday. And of course Cook was still thoroughly amused by the green beer, he was consuming cups of it at an alarming rate. But it was beginning to feel like a very long day to Ashley.

Since the whole group was actually together Ashley used this opportunity to make a suggestion, "So do you guys think we can take a break from the bar hopping to get a bite to eat?"

"Stellar idea Ashleykins. Where do you suggest?" Cook said draping his arm around Ashley's shoulders.

"There's a Buffalo Wild Wings over there. Definitely good drinking food." Spencer suggested.

"What do they serve?" Emily asked.

"Chicken wings, burgers, assorted fried foods, that sort of thing." Ashley replied hoping the band would agree. She could definitely go for a Honey BBQ bacon burger and some wedges with cheese.

"Sounds like a plan to me," Freddie spoke up. "I could use some food to soak up all the alcohol we've had today."

They walked the few blocks to the restaurant and spent a couple hours eating dinner and drinking a bit more.

"Excellent break, great suggestion Spencer." Cook said with a smile. "So where are we off to next? More importantly where would you go if you were going out Spencer?"

"Well I usually go down to second street." Spencer said. She looked around the table to see if anyone was interested then she remembered she was with a group of people that didn't know the city very well so she added, "It's where most of the gay and lesbian bars are in Milwaukee."

Cook laughed and said, "Brilliant. I'm sure Naomi and Ems will appreciate that, so let's go."

"If everyone agrees I'll call Aiden." Ashley chimed in. "It's a little further from here than we would want to walk." She looked around the table and everyone was nodding in agreement so she made the call.

Aiden had to drop them off a few blocks away because there were so many people out and about.

Effy laughed and said, "It amazes me how many bars there are in this city. It's like there is one on every corner."

Ashley smiled, "Nearly. Between Milwaukee and West Allis you can find any type of bar you want. And if you're not picky there is usually one within walking distance of wherever you're staying."

"Is there one close to your house Ashleykins?" Cook asked, wiggling his eyebrows.

"There are a few close but I wouldn't walk unless I had no other option." Ashley replied.

As they all got out of the car Effy asked, "So where are we heading?"

"Depends on what kind of mood you're in. If you want to dance we can go to LaCage or MONAS. The Pint is a bit smaller but still a fun place to go." Spencer informed the group.

"Let's hit them all." Cook replied festively as they began walking.

They spent the rest of the night bar hopping up and down second street. By the time two am hit, everyone was drunk and mostly ready for bed.

As they got into the limo Cook said, "Why don't you ladies stay with us tonight. We can order room service in the morning. That way you can be there when we sign our deal Ashleykins."

"That's fine, I just need a bed." Ashley slurred, it had been a long couple of days. So long in fact that she fell asleep after replying to Cook.

Ashley woke up the next morning and panicked slightly. She didn't recognize her surroundings and didn't remember how she got into the bed she was laying in at the moment. She felt her waist and realized she was still clothed so that, at least, was reassuring. She sat up too quickly and her head began to spin. "Ugh!" She blurted out as she fell back down on the bed.

"Long night hey?"

"What the?" Ashley turned and saw she was not in bed alone.

"I figured you'd wake up surprised. How are you feeling Ash?" Spencer said with a smile.

"Like I was run over by a truck, or maybe seven." Ashley replied with a laugh. "After two nights of drinking with these guys, I need to sleep for at least a day before I start to feel human again I think."

Spencer laughed and got out of bed. "Well I've got to get going. I'm supposed to meet my brother in a couple hours to help him look at houses."

"Oh," Ashley said feeling slightly disappointed. She wasn't sure where she thought this would go but she hoped there would be more to it than waking up next to Spencer then having her bail.

"But when you feel human again give me a call, or text, whichever you prefer. I put my number in your phone." Spencer smiled, pointed at the bed side table, then headed out the door.

Ashley looked at the table and saw her phone. She immediately grabbed it and looked under the S's for Spencer's number. And just as the beautiful blond said, her number was there. She looked at the entry, Spencer Carlin with a home and a cell phone number. The part that made Ashley smile most was under the nickname and it said, "Your potential girlfriend."