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.

some time to think it over. You can wait for my response, but feel free to take on other clients in the meantime. If something better comes along, you're

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

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

like to see some other options first. You know, pick the best fit," I said, trying to

Pete said, raising his hand to call

please. I'll cover hers

shook my head. "No need,

insist. He scanned the 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

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

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 collar up, and that's when I got this creepy feeling that someone was watching

go away. My gut told me to move faster,

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

quickened my pace, nearly breaking into a