SATURDAY, 9:00 A.M., AUGUST 3, 2001
The ride to Josh’s apartment was mostly silent. Partly because Ashley was wondering how she could get out of this problem, and partly because Josh was wondering what kind of lingerie she was wearing. But anyway...
They finally reached his apartment and he led Ashley by the elbow up to the second floor.
“Ok,” he said, closing the door, “what were you doing in Johnny’s office?”
“Nice place,” Ashley commented, looking around.
“Don’t change the subject.” Josh glared at her sternly. “Answer my question.”
“Business.” She plopped down on the plush couch, put her feet up on the coffee table, and lit a cigarette.
“ Don’t put your feet up on the coffee table, and don’t smoke.” Josh grabbed the cigarette from her mouth, walked across the living room area, opened the window, and threw it out.
Ashley had followed him and was standing behind him. “Nice view.” She leaned over the edge.
He yanked her back. “What is it with you and windows?” he asked exasperatedly.
“Long story.”
“Well I’ve got plenty of time.”
“Well I don’t.” Ashley started to the door, but Josh yanked her back.
“You’re not leaving here until you tell me what you were doing.”
“I did tell you!” Ashley snapped. “Busi--”
“I don’t want just business! What kind of business?” Now Josh was angry too.
“Ok.” Ashley sighed. “I’m Johnny’s new assistant. I was doing some file work for him, typing, making copies, that kind of thing. When I heard someone, I got scared. I wasn’t sure who it would be,” she lied.
Josh’s face relaxed. “Oh. I thought...well, nevermind.”
“You didn’t think I was doing anything illegal, did you?” A smile played on her lips.
“Yeah, but I’m sorry anyway. Welcome to Jive Records.”
“Thanks. But I’m having a problem with the computer. To complete files, I have to have the password, and no one will tell me. They just assume that I want to break in or something.” Ashley laughed.
“I know the password. It’s ‘money.’” Josh turned to the kitchen. “Want something to drink?”
“No, better get back to my job. Thanks anyway. Thanks a lot.” Ashley flashed him a smile and turned to the door. This Josh had helped her immensely and she was very grateful.
“Wait,” Josh called. “Maybe you can help me."
“Oh?” She knew what he wanted.
“Yeah, you need to stop teasing me with these short skirts and tops. I’m not usually the womanizer type, but with you I can’t help but be carnal.” Josh smirked. He had a hunch, and this would help him prove it.
“Was that an invitation?”
“Yes. Will you accept?”
“This early in the morning?”
“Hell yeah!” God, I know she wants it. Why doesn’t she just do it already? Josh thought frantically.
“Of course, dear, don’t get so touchy.”
Josh picked her up and carried her to the bedroom.
A few hours later, Ashley got on her clothes. She looked at Josh. Sleeping like a baby, but he was a man. She knew that now. She kissed him softly on the cheek and snuck out. Yes, this trip had been very rewarding.
But business comes before pleasure.