Nothing But Trouble by Jamie Hill

Nothing But Trouble

Excerpt:

"I want you to spend the night with me. I'll pay you ten thousand dollars."

Adrian Scott blinked, wondering if his employer was serious. He'd never heard of such an offer, except in the movies. "Excuse me?"

"Do you really need me to repeat myself, or are you simply mulling my proposal over?" The man's bright blue eyes twinkled. He'd always seemed to have a spark of mischief about him, along with a genuine smile that he displayed often. Today was no different. He seemed amused by Adrian's reaction to his shocking statement.

Adrian had always found the man attractive, but never let his thoughts go past that. He ignored the thick, wavy blonde hair, and handsome, chiseled face. The muscular physique of the man's body looked like it belonged to someone in his twenties, rather than forties, making it hard to ignore. But Graham Elliott was not only his boss; he was also a very wealthy man. Way out of my league. Elliott owned the Las Vegas casino where Adrian worked as a waiter and sometimes bartender.

Tending bar was more prestigious and paid better, but nothing could beat the tips waiters made on busy nights. He'd pocketed several hundred dollars on many occasions. To Adrian, it was all about the money.

"What about Celina?" He was curious how Elliott's live-in girlfriend might feel about the proposed arrangement. A stacked beauty-- she had flowing red hair, tits out to there--and was a fixture around the casino. She and Elliott shared the penthouse apartment, which by all accounts was one incredible showplace. Adrian wouldn't know; the man's grand office was the closest he'd ever gotten to his employer.

Elliott flexed his fingers. "Celina and I have an understanding. I don't worry about how much she spends on her daily shopping sprees, and she doesn't worry if I don't come home at night. I keep a suite on the floor below the penthouse for, shall we say, special occasions."

Heat flushed through Adrian's body. He knew his face was probably bright red. Even with the year-round tan afforded him by the strong Nevada sun; he blushed like an idiot when embarrassed. "Is that what I am? A special occasion?"

"I hope so. I've been watching you, Adrian. I like the way you look in the tight, black pants you wear to work. Makes me very interested to find out what lies beneath."

His mind raced. He wasn't seeing anyone, so that wouldn't be a problem. But he really liked his job, and worried that if things didn't go right, he might suddenly find himself out of work. "I'm concerned this could interfere with my job."

"If you say no? Of course it won't. All I ask is your discretion. Keep quiet, and things go on as usual. If I discover you've told anyone about our conversation, you'll certainly be let go."

It occurred to Adrian, he'd never considered saying no. "And if I say yes?"

A slow smile spread across Elliott's face. "Nothing that happens between us will put your job in jeopardy. Again, all I ask is discretion--and a blood test. Hate to be crass, but I need to see the paperwork from a test done on today's date, or after. I'll provide you the same courtesy."

Adrian looked him in the eye. "And fifty thousand dollars."

The man's eyebrows rose.

"For two nights. Eight at night to eight in the morning, I'm all yours."

Squinting before he nodded, Elliott added, "I'll accept those terms, in part. Make it three nights, and you've got yourself a deal."

Adrian stood. "Agreed." He extended his hand.

Graham Elliott took his time rising and reaching out to shake. His hand was warm, his grip firm.

The man squeezed his fingers, making a tingle zip down Adrian's spine. He imagined those strong hands caressing other parts of his body. It was enough to harden his cock, right there in the office. He tried to speak, but his mouth was dry.

Releasing his grasp, Elliott reached for a business card. "Call me when you've got the paperwork. We'll arrange a date to meet."

"I will." He tucked the card into his pocket. "Thank you, sir."

With another nod and a very quick wink, Elliott turned and walked out the back door.

Adrian glanced around the office, taking a moment to compose himself before returning to the casino floor. Who would have thought it? Graham Elliott was gay--or perhaps bisexual, if he'd sampled the wares Celina flaunted around the bar and gaming tables. It was an incredible turn of events. And perhaps the most amazing stroke of luck he'd ever encountered.

Reviews:

NOTHING BUT TROUBLE is a wonderfully sensual m/m romance. Jamie Hill really nailed all the emotions of the characters and kept me feeling like I was actually living their story. The romance is totally heartfelt, it has a very emotional story line, the sex scenes are divine and I was left with a feeling of utter completion after finishing this story.

~ Amanda, Dark Angel Reviews

5 Pixies ~ DAR ~ Read review here

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Throw two men together like Adrian and Graham and you get a very hot story. Jamie Hill puts a very different spin on the classic office romance story...Once you pick it up you won't want it to end and you'll only want to read more.

~ April, Fallen Angel Reviews

4 Angels ~ FAR ~ Read review here

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Nothing But Trouble is a heartwarming story of unrequited love for Adrian and coming to terms with reality for Graham.The story exhibits fabulous love scenes and emotional trauma that melts your heart. This is an amazing saga that I enjoyed immensely.

~ Chocolate Minx, Literary Nymphs Reviews

4 Nymphs ~ Literary Nymphs Reviews ~ Read review here

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'Nothing But Trouble' by Jamie Hill is a fun short story. I recommend this confection for the hopeless romantic.

~ Matthew, Rainbow Reviews

4 Stars ~ Rainbow Reviews ~ Read review here