Chapter 60: A Good Break

Ethan Hale's life had been a tumultuous journey, but a stroke of luck had recently shone upon him. It came in the form of a female client, Antina.

Antina was a middle-aged woman who had always had a soft spot for Ethan. She had been requesting him from the company for years. Apart from the absolutely fantastic way he makes her body feel, he was a good enough guy who deserved a break.

She was one of the board of directors of the prestigious Elite Men Underwear enterprise and decided to help him secure a modeling contract with the company.

She absolutely loved his body and thought he would be perfect for the new million dollar campaign Elite Men was running.

The day of the photoshoot was a whirlwind of excitement and nerves. Ethan arrived at the sleek, modern studio where a team of stylists, makeup artists, and photographers bustled about. The atmosphere buzzed with creative energy.

Ethan's transformation began as the makeup artist worked her magic, enhancing his rugged features while maintaining his natural charm.

Stylists selected a variety of designer underwear for him, each piece meticulously chosen to complement his physique.

The photographer, with an expert eye, directed Ethan through a series of poses that showcased the underwear in all its glory. Lights flashed, and the camera shutter clicked relentlessly as Ethan exuded confidence and allure.

Throughout the day, wardrobe changes, touch ups, and adjustments were the norm. Antina, who had been instrumental in Ethan's journey, watched with pride as he effortlessly embodied the brand's image of sophistication and masculinity.

As the photoshoot continued, Ethan started to feel less nervous and thankful.

He realized that this modeling opportunity was more than just a job; it could help him change his life and move past his difficult past.

This opportunity brought him closer to his dream of making his own movie.

The busy day eventually ended, but Ethan couldn't forget how important the photoshoot was for him.

Thanks to Antina and the high-end underwear company, he not only got a new job but also gained confidence and purpose.

He was in the back of a cab on his way home when a call came in.

Ethan's heart raced as he saw Jeanne's name flash on his phone screen. It had been several months since their unforgettable weekend in London, and he had resigned himself to the idea that they might never cross paths again.

He would have called if he could, but it was absolutely forbidden for escorts to call clients. It was more of a 'do not speak until spoken to' situation.

But now, as her call appeared on his phone, a flood of feelings and memories washed over him.

At that moment, Ethan felt really excited and wanted to reconnect with the person who had made a big impact on his heart during that unforgettable weekend.

All the memories they had together rushed back to him, making him both happy and a bit sad because they hadn't seen each other for a while.

He felt like he had just found a part of his past that he had thought was gone forever.

When he answered the call, his fingers shook a little, and he had trouble speaking because hearing her voice made him feel like he was back in those amazing days in London, reliving those special moments.

"Hey Jelly Bean," he spoke into the phone with a smile that could light up a room. "It's so good to hear from you."

"Ethan," he heard her say between sobs, making his smile disappear as fast as it came.

"Are you okay?" he asked worried, his brow furrowing.

"I need you, Ethan."

"Sure, I can get on the next flight to London," he said, checking the time on his wristwatch.

"No, I'm in New York," Jeanne explained.

"I'm in LA. I can head to the City right away."

"Please..." she cried.

"Don't cry, Jelly Bean. I'll be with you as soon as I can."

"I'll call the company and send you the location."

"Okay. Just hang on."

"Okay."

"Promise me you'll stop crying," Ethan said.

Jeanne felt comforted with his words.

"I'll try," she whimpered.

"Everything's going to be okay, Jelly Bean."

"Okay. I'll be waiting for you."

"I'll be there as soon as I can."

"Bye."

"Bye."

Ethan got home, packed a small bag, and went straight to the airport, having received his flight ticket by email.

He endured a couple of hours of anticipation before his flight.

The problem was Adrian. It had to be Adrian. He was sure of it. He didn't know what happened between them, but he hated what it was doing to her.

He couldn't bring himself to ask her about it; he believed she should be the one to share if she wanted to.

Despite his worry, he was thrilled and couldn't wait to see his Jelly Bean.