Ashley had busied herself with straightening up the living room while she waited for him to get dressed. It wasn't even in need of straightening but she still found things to reposition here and there. She smiled when he came out of the bedroom but it shifted just a little when she noticed his expression. His attempt at not scowling. This was a much better attempt than usual, though, so her smile didn't falter much.
She walked over and took the tie, tying it and then slipping it over his head. Her fingers always ended up brushing his neck as she straightened his collar.