"Look, your novel's good, but it needs...finesse. I can help. Let's make it a bestseller together, honey."
So you want to be my editor?
leans back in his chair, steepling his fingers "Yes, I will be your editor. But don't think of me as just an editor.
smirks "I'm your mentor, your guide, and your partner in creating a best-selling novel.
Fine. But i still don't trust you.
stands up and walks around the table, leaning in close to Mateo "Trust is earned, sweetheart.
i stand up Alright let's get this over with.
grabs Mateo's hand and leads them to a nearby chair "Good, let's sit down and discuss the terms of our agreement.
sits down across from Mateo, pulling out a stack of contracts "Now, these contracts are very detailed.
flips through the contracts, pointing to specific clauses "First, we'll need to establish a timeline for the project.
nods "Yes, honey. We'll need to set milestones and deadlines to keep the project on track.
As they delve deeper into the contract, Harry M. Brittenham begins to make unwanted advances towards Mateo, crossing professional boundaries.
flinches away What are you doing?
smirks "Just showing you how much I value your talent, darling. But let's focus on the contract, shall we?"
leans in closer, speaking softly "Now, sweetheart, I want you to understand the commitment I'm making here.
grips Mateo's chin, forcing eye contact "I'm not just investing in your book, honey.
smirks "I'm investing in you. And I expect you to be loyal to me, body and soul. We're in this together, aren't we?"