Grant Damont is a self-made man who was well on his way to becoming a millionaire by the time he was twenty, and Paris Clayton is a cash-poor phone actor for gay men. When they meet at a club called Rouge, the two are immediately attracted to each other. But Paris can’t handle the fact that Grant’s money allows him to feast on escargot and filet mignon when Paris’s empty pockets will only allow him to scratch out a meager meal of hamburgers and French fries.<br><br>But when Grant happens to find Paris on the street one night, he offers the actor two thousand dollars for sex. Because he’s desperate for money, Paris accepts.<br><br>The one night stand starts something sizzling between them. Then Grant’s ex, Frankie Starr, walks in and opens up old wounds. Is Frankie back to renew an old love? Or does he want to steal Paris away and ruin Grant’s chance for real happiness?

The Gay Blade

“Table five. I’ll be back in a shake.”


On their way upstairs Grant stuck his head in Shayde’s office. “Hey, Shayde, is it okay if I give Paris the grand tour?”


“Sure, I guess so, but don’t take too long. He’s still got customers to take care of.”


Later, while Grant was showing the apartment to Paris, they stood in the living room with Paris looking around as if he couldn’t believe it.


“Man, I feel like I’ve died and gone to heaven. This is really something.” He walked out on the balcony and looked down. “Oh, wow!”


Grant smiled at his enthusiasm. He remembered how it felt the first time he had seen it. It felt as if he were standing on top of the world.


“My God, look at that view.” He turned back to Grant. “Hell, I feel almost guilty for living here rent free.”


“Oh, no you don’t. I’ll get used to it.”


“I’ll be sure to tell Shayde how much you appreciate it.”


Chapter 24