Chapter 4

Elias was very focused, and I could see why he got so many accolades. Older men were always hot to me, and his confidence was sexy. The final images would be amazing. I was sure of it. When it was my turn, I could feel myself flagging a bit, but I gave it my best shot, and Elias’s encouragement and humor helped me through it all.

At seven o’clock, he called it quits and I was able to change back into my store uniform and start thinking about heading home. Elias jogged over to where I was sitting, tying my shoelaces.

“You did a great job, Trent. Thank you.” He handed me an envelope.

“What’s this?” I asked as I opened it. Then I gasped. “A hundred dollars?” I’d forgotten I was getting paid, and definitelyhadn’t expected that much.

“It’s the least I could do for all your hard work.”

“Uh, thanks.” I stashed it in my messenger bag and hung the strap across my chest as I stood. “This was fun, if exhausting. I’m happy I was able to help.”