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.

said flatly. "No

my response, but feel free

I said that, it hit me-this wasn't a date; it felt

looked at me seriously. "I'm really interested in working with

some other options first.

your good news," Pete said, raising his hand to

please. I'll cover hers too,"

shook my head. "No need,

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

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night market, picking up a few random trinkets. By the time

it was about to rain or something. As soon as I got out of the car, a cold shiver ran down my spine. I instinctively pulled my

as my imagination, but the unease didn't go away. My gut told

floor, I got this overwhelming sense that someone was right behind me. To

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