After one of his fans committed suicide, John lost everything: lover, confidence, drive. When he’s given a chance to get back on his feet, he’s happy to take it -- even if it's just writing an actor's biography. It might not be romance, or even fiction, but it's something, and there are worse people to work for than the charming, successful Parker Chase.<br><br>That doesn't mean working for Parker is easy, however. A staunch supporter of living for the moment, Parker goes against everything John believes in. He feels out of place in every moment of Parker's Hollywood life, stuck in a game of wits that at times seems almost contrived.

The Chase and the Catch

“And Michael,” John reached his hand out yet again. “Thank you for—”


“You’re welcome.” Michael grinned. “Thank you for yours.”


John grabbed his jacket, tossed it over his arm, and only made it two steps towards the door before Parker spoke again. “I’m almost offended, John. No farewells for me?”


He didn’t stop. He didn’t even pause. John continued to the door, grabbed the handle, and waited until the door was open and he was stepping through it before replying. “I just assumed you’d be tucking me in again, Parker.” He was smirking at his own arrogance as he walked down the hallway and up the stairs that would lead him to the main floor. 5


Chapter 18