I think it’s time for Ashley to move on from Julius on Love After Lockup

Ashley and Julius. Image via Instagram/@loveafterlockup_wetv
Ashley and Julius. Image via Instagram/@loveafterlockup_wetv

*Disclaimer: This Love after Lockup article is based on the writer's opinion. Reader discretion is advised.*

Watching Ashley and Julius on Love After Lockup, I can’t help but feel frustrated with the whole situation. From the very beginning, I’ve been rooting for Ashley to get the love she deserves. But, after everything that’s happened, I honestly think it’s time for her to let go of Julius. If there’s one thing I’ve learned from watching Love After Lockup, it’s that you can’t force someone to appreciate you, no matter how hard you try.

In my opinion, the signs were there from the start. Julius just isn’t putting in the effort Ashley deserves. It’s clear on Love After Lockup he’s emotionally checked out. I think this really speaks volumes about how little he values her feelings. It’s painful to watch, but Ashley deserves so much more than someone who doesn’t even acknowledge their history.


Julius keeps playing the β€œwe’re not together” card on Love After Lockup

Honestly, when I heard Julius say,

β€œI’m trying to tell you what reality is. Reality is that it’s not a relationship,”

I couldn’t believe it. In my opinion, this was his way of emotionally distancing himself from everything that’s real and meaningful. Ashley isn’t just in love with the idea of himβ€”she’s been invested in their relationship. But Julius keeps minimizing their bond, and that’s something I just can’t ignore. To me, it’s clear he’s not committed to her, and I think Ashley needs to see that for what it is.


Ashley sees through the fantasy on Love After Lockup

I think Ashley is starting to see the reality of her situation. When she said,

β€œI’m not trying to play you,”

it was like a wake-up call. She’s not the one playing games here on Love After Lockupβ€”Julius is. It’s easy to blame her for holding onto hope, but I believe she deserves better. In my opinion, it’s a huge red flag when someone doesn’t treat you the way you deserve to be treated, especially after all that you’ve been through together. It’s time for Ashley to realize that there’s no future with someone who’s constantly shutting her down.


The drama escalates behind closed doors on Love After Lockup

As the drama between them escalates on Love After Lockup, I have to sayβ€”watching Ashley get more and more frustrated is honestly heartbreaking. Julius’ nonchalant attitude only makes things worse. I mean, when he greeted her with a simple β€œHey,” knowing full well what was coming, it showed just how little he cares.

In my opinion, that was a perfect example of how disconnected he is. I think Ashley’s frustration is justified. She’s been giving everything to someone who isn’t even trying to meet her halfway.


A third party enters the picture on Love After Lockup

This is where things really hit rock bottom for me. When Julius finally admits there’s someone else, it’s hard to ignore the betrayal. He says, β€œYes... Yes,” and to me, that was the final confirmation that Ashley should stop holding on.

In my opinion, once someone is already seeing someone else while you’re still emotionally invested, there’s no going back. I think Ashley deserves someone who is as committed to her as she is to him. Julius has checked out, and it’s time for Ashley to do the same.


At the end of the day, I believe it’s time for Ashley to move on. She’s given Julius more chances on Love After Lockup than he deserves, and at this point, it’s clear that he’s not capable of giving her the love and respect she needs. In my opinion, the longer she stays in this toxic situation, the harder it’s going to be for her to move forward.

I think she deserves someone who will appreciate her for who she is and who will meet her where she’s at emotionally. I hope Ashley realizes that her worth isn’t tied to Julius, and that there’s someone out there who can truly love her the way she deserves.

Edited by Zainab Shaikh