"spendin' all my nights alone, waitin' for you to call me you're the only one I want by my side when I fall asleep"
- sugar, brockhampton
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It's been a year since I broke up with my first and only boyfriend, after he cheated on me, saying I always put my job first. He wasn't wrong, but that doesn't justify what he did. Between him texting me to get back together and showing up at my house, I had to put an end to it. That's when my trust issues kicked in. I went on a few dates during this time, but it was too much for me. Everything just felt too shallow and new. Lost in my thoughts, I refocus on what I need to do. Today is the costume fitting for the lead actors, which means I'll be seeing Paul after two days since our run-in at the hotel hallway. One thing I can say: he's super quiet, since I haven't heard a single sound from the room next door - not that I was paying attention, but still...
I've never gotten involved with anyone at work because I know that's never a good idea. But our conversation, even though it was short, gave me butterflies - something I haven't felt in a long time. You don't just let a feeling like that pass.
GLADS FOR LIFE
spenc
it's unfair you always get the best
your the boss i know
take a few pics
pete
i can't take any more extras
I need to see some quality men
sun
i've already been by pedro's trailer
he's the best
and you all better get to work
spenc
already going in paul mescal trailer?
sun
on my way
meet me there?
I was five steps away from Paul's trailer. I stopped, took a deep breath, and headed over. Working in this industry, I'm used to celebs, but today felt different. I knocked, and was instantly greeted by a smile and bright blue eyes.
"When they told me we were having a costume fitting, I was hoping it would be you coming to see me," he said, not even saying hi. Of course, I didn't let that slide - I love a good tease.
"Hi to you too, Mr. Mescal. Been thinking a lot about your heroine?" I joked, climbing up the steps.
I saw him dressed in full gladiator gear. When I got inside, everything was super organized, like he was expecting someone.
"Where's the crew?" I asked, since Spencer was supposed to be here, given she's my assistant.
"I asked them to leave me alone for a bit. Even though I'm an actor, I don't like changing in front of people. What do you think?" he asked, gesturing at himself and showing off the armor. While I made the last adjustments, still on him - a pretty nice body, by the way - I said, "I did a great job," sitting down in the chair right in front of him.
"Couldn't agree more," he said, as he took off the top part of the armor and sat beside me. "This thing's heavy."
"How's the prep for the shoot going?" I asked, turning to face him.
"Nothing new, but before filming starts, I always get a little bored. I don't know what your schedule looks like, but we could go out tonight for dinner."
"Are you asking me on a date?"
"It was supposed to be more like a friendly dinner to get to know each other, but I don't mind calling it a date."
"Do you do this often?"
"What? Ask out a beautiful woman who helped me and who I got a little obsessed with after finding out she's a top-notch photographer on instragram?"
"You what? How?" I got confused, since my instagram is private. "How did you see my photos?"
"Spencer came to my trailer to drop off my clothes, mentioned your name, and I couldn't resist. You work with this stuff," he said, pointing to the outfit. "But I was really impressed with those photos. They're amazing."
I blushed, surprised by what he just told me. I had a feeling it wasn't the best idea to say yes, but maybe it was time to have some fun and not overthink everything.
"It's just something I do in my free time."
"It's amazing," he said, leaning in a little closer, lowering his voice. "So, are you accepting my invitation?"
"I've got nothing planned for tonight, so... sure," I said, smiling as I stood up.
"I'll come by your room at 8," he said, walking me to the door.
"I'll be ready," I said at the bottom of the steps. "I have to go now, Joseph's waiting for me. I'm already late."
"Bye, see you later."
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