Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 137

"Not many times. My main goal with these dates is to find a like-minded partner," Pete said, and I almost rolled my eyes.

Like-minded?

Pete's idea of a "like-minded partner" probably meant someone who was also into making money off this, so they could hustle together.

People said it was tough to find a job these days, but if you were clever, there were plenty of ways to make easy money, sometimes without spending a dime upfront.

"So, are you sure you wanna hire me as your boyfriend, or do you wanna try dating me for real?" Pete asked again.

I pressed my lips together, staying silent. He took a sip of his coffee, all smooth and graceful. "Usually, a smart girl would go for dating. That way, you don't have to pay anything. And if it doesn't work out, you can always break up later." "If everyone did that, wouldn't you be losing out?" I stirred my coffee.

"Not everyone gets the option. If someone has certain requirements, I'll weigh their situation before deciding," Pete explained.

I got what he was hinting at-he was into me and offering a chance to try things out without charging. "So, is there some VIP discount or a special deal on the services you mentioned?" I asked, honestly a little freaked out by the prices he'd quoted. Holding hands for $30? And if I hired him to go to the Johnston's, I'd definitely need to do that in front of Jace.

Pete said flatly. "No

feel

hit me-this wasn't a date; it felt more like a

me seriously. "I'm really

I get it, but I'd like to see some other options first. You know, pick

I'll be waiting for your good news," Pete said, raising his hand to call

hers too," Pete

shook my head. "No

payment code with his phone, gave a quick nod, and left with a smile. stayed in the café for a bit longer, just thinking things over before heading out. Since Lena was working late, I couldn't crash at her place, so I grabbed some

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market, picking up a few random trinkets.

I got out of the car, a cold shiver ran down my spine. I instinctively pulled my collar up, and that's when I got this creepy feeling that someone was watching me. I spun around, but there was no one

the unease didn't go away. My gut told me to move faster, so I hurried up to my building and raced

hit the second floor, I got this overwhelming sense that someone was right behind

and I quickened my pace, nearly breaking into a run. Of course, I was in heels, so running was