<P>--an All About Soap columnist observes Ash and Denny's relationship . </P> <P> Ash becomes acquainted with Denny Miller (Jessica Grace Smith) and they flirt . Sophie Dainty of Digital Spy stated that "sparks fly" when they meet, adding that "the chemistry between the two is obvious ." But their encounters occur not long after Denny's ex-boyfriend Casey Braxton (Lincoln Younes) had died . The show's producer Lucy Addario told TV Week's Downie that they had planned a romance storyline for Ash, "but in typical Summer Bay style, it won't be easy and things will get in the way ." Denny later acknowledges her attraction to Ash and John Palmer (Shane Withington) encourages her to move on . Smith told Downie that "Denny was confused about her feelings for Ash . She had a lot of guilt about moving on from Casey ." Denny decides to arrange a meeting with Ash and surprises Ash with a kiss . Smith added that "Ash is really into it, but suddenly he runs away ." Smith later explained to an Inside Soap journalist that Denny is left confused by Ash's reaction . She added that Ash is Denny's type of love interest because she has never been attracted to the "typical clean - cut guy". Denny realises that Ash is being loyal to Brax, who in turn was looking out her best interests . She decides to must convince Ash to begin a relationship and he later agrees . They continue to date and Denny believes she has finished grieving for Casey . The pair decide to consummate their relationship but after Denny feel "odd". Mason told Downie (TV Week) that Ash is understanding of her situation and "he knows he's walking on shaky ground with her ." </P> <P> In April 2018, Mason confirmed that he was leaving Home and Away and had already filmed his final scenes . Mason commented that the role had been "a dream job", but it was also "overwhelming" playing a main character on the show . The show aired a temporary exit for Ash on 26 April 2018 . His final appearance occurred during the episode broadcast on 20 June . </P> <Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> This section's plot summary may be too long or excessively detailed . Please help improve it by removing unnecessary details and making it more concise . (May 2018) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> </Table>

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