Chapter 125: Feeling jealous
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This was not at all how I thought today was going to go. I wanted to come down and see what Drake had been working on and where he'd be working, but now I was doing work for him? Yeah, because this wasn't awkward at all.
My camera hung around my neck as my heart pounded. I had no idea what to expect from this photoshoot, but I'd assume it had to deal with taking photos of a bunch of naked women. Was I prepared for this? It wasn't too long ago that I had a hard time accepting his career choice, and now he wanted me to take photos?
I could do this. I was the girlfriend of one of the top actors in the adult film industry; naked women shouldn't intimate me. But they did.
My insecurities were strong today as I looked down at my attire. I didn't think my black leggings and tie-dyed AC/DC belly shirt would compare to the attire these women would come in here wearing. I always pictured porn stars living this glamorous life with closets full of high-end designers. My days of shopping at the local thrift shop were looking dimmer by the day if I planned to keep up with them. Thank God my best friend had good taste and could help me out.
Drake came up behind me, wrapping his arms tightly around my waist before he buried his face into my neck. I was startled by his abrupt presence and I jumped like an idiot before I giggled out.
"I love it when you giggle, lynn. Are you ready for this?"
He lightly kissed the nape of my neck, making me shiver. If we weren't in the middle of a porn studio where I was about to photograph naked women, I would have been turned on.
"As ready as I'll ever be," I replied in a shaky voice.
He circled in front of me, staring deeply into my gaze. The look of concern on his face told me that he cared how I felt, but how did I tell him that I didn't want to do this?
But before either of us could say anything, the door to the makeshift dressing area opened and a line of actors and actresses came out. I was honestly pleasantly surprised to find men walking out as well, making me a bit more comfortable. They also weren't naked at all and my nerves dramatically calmed down. I could totally do this, right?
"Hi Drake," one of the actresses cooed out as she basically eye-fucked him with her gaze.
If looks could kill, she'd be dead right now. I knew who I was dating, but it didn't make it any easier to be around this kind of situation. I was a jealous person and instantly wanted to fire that girl, but I wouldn't make a scene. Drake deserved for me to give him a chance and not overthink and assume during situations like this.
"Thank you everyone for taking the time to come into today for your still-shots. This is my girlfriend lynn and she'll be helping out today." He turned and winked at me.
"She's incredible at what she does so listen to every direction she gives you."
That was not at all what I thought he was going to say. I was just here to take photos, I wasn't here to direct their poses. No, I couldn't do it.
The look in Drake's eyes told me that he knew what was going through my head. He walked up to me and framed my face with his hands, tilting my head up to look me straight in the eyes.
"I can tell that you're uncomfortable with this. If you want out, lynn, just tell me. I won't be upset."
My gaze held his for a long moment before I looked past him to the actors and actresses standing behind him. They were all watching our interaction and the woman I wanted fired had a wicked grin on her face that I wanted to wipe off on the floor. I wouldn't let a woman like that make me run away with my tail between my legs.
"No, I'm fine. I'm just nervous. I don't know what you want."
He chuckled. "I don't need anything too fancy. These shots are the stills I'll use on the website. Ashley knows exactly how this works and can help you through it. Ashley!" He called out as I silently prayed that it wasn't the woman I wanted gone.
Luckily, it wasn't. Ashley was actually a man with a very sweet face and warm eyes. He ran up and smiled at me, nodding his head once.
"What's up, Drake?"
"Lynn is new to taking stills for me and needs some guidance. I have someone coming in for an interview any minute so I won't be able to help for long. Can you make sure she feels comfortable?"
"Absolutely. I've got you, girl." He hooked his arm around my shoulder. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you. I've been reading all about the mysterious woman who stole Drake Hudsons' heart and I've been dying to meet you."
I stared up at Drake who winked back at me before he walked over to the backdrop for the photos. The woman who irked me was quick to run up to him, brown-nosing her way into his good graces from the looks of it.
I groaned without even realizing it, making Ashley chuckle.
"Don't worry about her, girl. Drake can literally have anyone he wants in the whole world and he chose you. I've never seen him in a relationship before so that has to mean something, right?"
He wasn't wrong, from what I've heard, but it didn't make this any easier. She had her hands on him and my inner bitch was scratching to come out. She better watch it or I'll make sure she never lays her hands on Drake ever again.
But when he grabbed her hand and removed it from his body, a bubble of pride filled my chest. I didn't need to let the bitch out after all. Drake could take care of himself and this little act should remind me of just how much I could trust him.
I watched Drake get into work mode, telling everyone where to go and how to pose. He was incredibly professional about everything and there was something so sexy in the way he held an authoritative demeanor. I almost forgot what I was photographing or that we were in the building that would soon be a full on porn studio. I was so proud of him at this moment.
