Something is clearly wrong and Beverly can tell that whatever it is, it's taking a huge toll on Ashley's well-being. It might have something to do with what they talked about on New Year's, but Beverly hopes it's something entirely unrelated.

As soon as the glass in Ashley's hands starts to tremble, Beverly moves to carefully pluck it away and out of Ashley's hands if the young woman will let her. With that set aside, she rests her hands over top both of Ashley's and gently slips her free arm around Ashley's shoulders.

"It's okay," she says soothingly. "You can tell me when you're ready."