Harry POV
"Thank you"
Once I paid the taxi driver, I step out and stood in front of the one place I thought I would never return to. The Pink Panther.
There was a huge line of course, some people shoving others as they try to get in but obviously can't. I even saw a few prostitutes giving me the eye, a few winks here and there.
I close my eyes and take a deep breath before opening my eyes. Alright, you can do this.
I nodded, marching my way over to the club entrance as I cut my way through the long line. Some people complained towards me but I didn't care. I walk up to the bouncer, pulling out my ID in front of him as he looks at me before nodding of approval. I head inside, looking around as I saw the place was even more pack than before.
I pull over on my hoodie, hoping no one I knew would notice me here. I could tell there was a performance going on since a lot of people were chanting and throwing their money.
"BENZ! BENZ! BENZ! BENZ!"
I look up at the stage, realizing that it was the mesmerizing stripper himself, already taking the stage. He slides down the pole, his half naked body upside down as dollar bills were thrown at him. He climbs off, moving his hair back with his fingers as he moves his hips to the music and he grinds on the pole seductively.
Alright, he's definitely better than Magic Mike.
From the corner of my eye, I noticed a familiar blonde coming out from a room with a random stranger, paying him before he leaves.
The blonde male starts to count his money, looking up as he shoves it down his trousers. Dammit, it was Dallas Jewel.
I quickly hid my face with my hoodie, walking past him as I head over to the bar. I didn't want him to see me, like I said I couldn't let anyone I knew see me. I walk over to the bar, looking around my surroundings before the bartender walks up to me.
"U-Uh just get me water please. I'm a-already drunk here" I stuttered as the bartender nods and walks away.
I looked up on the stage, watching Benz dancing around while taking money from customers. The bartender comes back with a cup of water, taking a sip after thanking him. I felt a pair of eyes on me, taking a small peek as a female dancer with a younger male gave me goo goo eyes. I spun my head forward, hoping they didn't notice my glance. I don't want either of them to think I'm 'interested' or anything.
"Cameron, do you see him? He's totally your type! You could totally win him over"
"Trust me, like, he's definitely on my list now"
As I tried my best to ignore their conversation and eye contact, I hear the crowd cheering and clapping. Benz Goldmine takes one last spin on the pole, now ending his performance. He gives out a small smirk before picking some of his clothes to get dressed.
He finally finishes, grabbing all of the money from the floor and puts it all in a black bag. I watched as he makes his way backstage once the host gets on stage.
"GIVE IT UP FOR BENZ GOLDMINE EVERYONE!"
The crowd start cheering like animals, chanting his name even more. Well no one here will get an anchor from him anything soon. I felt a small tap on my shoulder, making me turn around as I saw the young male from earlier now behind me.
"Hey honey, what's your name?"
"H-Harry"
"Oh cute, a British boy. My name's Cameron" he said, looking at with seductive eyes as he smiles and bites his bottom lip.
"Would you like to dance?"
"Ehm..aren't you a-a stripper?"
"No, but I could be one for you if you want me to be" he smirks, walking closer to me as he moves his hands up my chest.
"S-Sorry mate, I'm not r-really interested" I declined, slowly taking his hands off me.
"ALRIGHT EVERYONE! BENZ GOLDMINE IS NOW TAKING CLIENTS FOR PRIVATE SESSIONS! PLEASE GET IN LINE IN FRONT OF THE PURPLE ROOM AND MAKE YOUR OFFER!"
Okay Harry, that's your cue.
"S-Sorry. Excuse me"
I excuse myself to Cameron, quickly running off before he could do anymore of his terrible flirting. I look around, trying to find the purple room before finally seeing it. The area was crowded with desperate clients, trying their best to make a great offer. Well I guess I'm one of them because I'm about to make an huge they can't refuse.
"$200 for Benz Goldmine!"
"$280 for Benz!"
"I got $400!" a random customer shouts as everyone groan in defeat.
"Anyone has more to beat this man's offer?" asked some older man who was around his 50's.
No one answered, they just stayed quiet. The older man looks around before shrugging and taking the customer's money. He counts it before shaking his hand, telling his bodyguard to let him in the room.
No, not on my watch.
"NO WAIT! STOP!"
I pushed past the crowd, catching the older man's attention. I get to the front, trying to catch my breath before looking up at him. He stares down at me with annoyance, I could tell he meant business. But I do too, I'm here for a specific reason. No one is going to ruin that for me.
"I want a session with Benz"
"No way kid, I was here first. I already paid $400 for him" shouted the customer which I shrugged off.
"Well I have $1000, followed by the crown he gave me, see! Just for an hour!"
I pull out the crown out of my jacket, showing it to everyone. I brought this crown, hoping it can give me a higher chance to get a quick session with Benz. Everyone whispers amongst themselves as the bodyguards quietly discuss with the older man. I'm assuming he runs the club here and by the look in his face, he seems to be indecisive but interested.
"$1000, for an hour with Benz Goldmine?"
"Y-Yes"
"You're desperate, kid" he chuckles, shaking his head at me. Tell me about it.
"Fine, go inside. But just for an hour" he gives in, snatching the money away from my hand as the bodyguards open the door.
Everyone groans as I run inside, the door closing behind me. I let out a shaky breath, taking off my jacket as I sat it over the bed, fixing my hair a bit. I was about to see Benz Goldmine again. I don't know how he's going to react when seeing me again, especially if I ask to take pictures of him. I could feel my body shaking, anxiously waiting for the other door to open.
Let everything go well, let everything go well.
Finally, the other door finally opens, revealing the gorgeous stripper stepping inside with his high platform boots.
He was wearing a hot pink leather trench coat, black latex leggings, a heart-shaped black choker with other jewelry, and round retro sunglasses. I gulped anxiously, standing up straight before he takes off his sunglasses to finally look at me with furrowed eyebrows.
"Oh it's you again, green eyes"
"Y-Yes, that's me"
He still recognizes me, it's like he's never forgotten once.
"I see you got the crown again?"
"I guess so, n-not really. This is the one you gave me last time"
"You still have it?"
"Y-Yes"
"Why?"
"Why wouldn't I?"
He looks at me with scrunched up eyebrows, giving me an expression of disbelief. He walks past me, walking over to the bed with his arms crossed over his chest. He turns to me, fixing his hot pink leather trench coat.
"So why are you here?"
"Well I-I guess, I just wanted t-to see you again.."
"I see..well then, let's get it over with" he shrugged, placing his round sunglasses to the side as he tries taking off his choker and bracelets.
"What do you mean?"
"Sex, that's the only reason why you're here. Well that's the only reason for everyone being here"
"Well a-actually, that's not the reason that
I-I'm here for"
"What?" He stops and furrows his eyebrows, looking up at me.
I quickly walk over to my coat that's laying over the bed, looking through the pockets as I take out my camera. It was Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II which I've been saving to use for the longest. Now is the right time to use it. You could tell I was a nervous wreck as I scrambled to check to see if the camera looked okay, my hands shaking like crazy.
I walk over to Benz as he looks at the camera, giving me a weird look, his eyebrows still furrowed as he stares at me.
"I-I uh, actually was hoping you would be willing t-to have a few pictures taken by me?"
Benz looks at me, raising his eyebrows as he gives me a 'Are you serious?' look. He snorts, shaking his head as he looks at me in disbelief as he run his fingers through his blonde locks.
"Look Larry, is it?"
"H-Harry"
"Right Harry, I'm not a porn star okay. I don't need some random perv taking videos of me just so he could sell them to other perverts online and jerk off to them. That's not how my job works"
"No! No, that's not it at all!..Y-You see, I have this assignment in my photography course
a-and I haven't been taking many great pictures lately so my professor suggested I take pictures of things t-that inspired me, o-or in other words, what I find beautiful"
"Beautiful?"
"Y-Yes"
"What you find me beautiful?"
"Yes, that's why I'm here to take pictures...O-Of you, of course! That's if y-you allow me to.."
He gives a different expression, blinking his eyes a few times as he stares at me in total shock. He lets out a shaky breath, looking around and biting his bottom lip before looking back at me with widen eyes.
"Y-You think I'm..beautiful?"
I look into his bright hazel eyes, seeing the small appreciation he felt. I couldn't help but feel my stomach go into knots, butterflies flying around. I slowly nodded, gripping onto my camera before responding to him.
"Definitely"
Benz just stares at me, not knowing what to say, but his face says it all. It was almost as if it were he's first time ever being told this. He snaps out of his gaze towards me, looking around before nodding in agreement.
"Okay, I'll be your model then"
"Wow, okay. T-That's great!" I smiled, nodding rapidly as he just just looks around.
"So um, what should I do? Take my clothes off, lay on the bed or...?"
"N-No don't undress yourself. Just stand there, maybe turn your head a little to catch your side profile"
"Should I do a pose?"
"If you want t-to, it can just be a simple one.
Y-You don't have to look so sexual, just be yourself"
He nods, crossing his arms as he turns to the side. He lifts one hand up, placing his chin over his fist as he looks at the wall and waits for me to take his picture. I sighed, putting the camera over my eyes as I began to take pictures of the blonde fellow. I took one picture over another, gulping as he just looks at me anxiously.
"A-Am I making you uncomfortable? I'll stop if I am"
"No, it's alright. This is just new to me, that's all"
"Alright..just a couple more"
I saw as the black lights made his skin glow, the highlight of his cheekbones shine along with his eyes. Some strands on his blonde hair would fall over his face, looking right at me. He was breathtaking, how could anyone stand still in front of him without drooling?
"Okay, done"
Benz looks at me, his eyes looking into mine. I could feel my heart start to beat a bit faster. He lets out a shaky breath as I felt myself slowly move towards him, he did the same. Call me crazy, but I felt some type of electrical vibe between us as I got closer to him. I take his hand, holding it in mine, tingles spreading through my whole arm. I start to lean in, my eyes looking down at his moist lips. He looks at me before starting to lean in as well.
Were we about to kiss? What could this feeling actually be?
* BANG BANG *
"TIMES UP KID! GET OUT!"
We both jumped to the sound of the older man banging on the door. I turned around, looking at the door before looking at him. He looks down at our hands, yanking his hand away from mine. I felt myself frown a bit, my hand felt a bit cold. I shook my head, grabbing my jacket before placing my camera inside its pocket.
"W-Well I guess this is goodbye. Thank you for your help, it means a lot to me"
I head for the door but was immediately stopped once Benz grabs my arm, pulling me back. He looks at me before realizing he was holding onto me, he lets go and clears his throat, running his fingers through his hair.
"Will I, uhm...get to see you again?"
He wants to see me again? This can't be possible, but yet he's look straight into my eyes with a fraught expression. He must be serious then, I don't know why.
"W-Well if you want to, I can come visit you here more often. Maybe y-you can model for more of my pictures"
"No, not here. I don't know if you'd get into trouble or not by my, uh, boss. I just want to see the picture you took now"
"Then how can I see you again? I'll do anything you tell me to do"
What are you saying Harold?
He bites his bottom lip, looking around as he thinks. The older man kept banging on the door, shouting for me to get out. Benz smacks his lips, looking at back at me before finally speaking.
"I'll meet you at that convenience store you work at. Do you work tomorrow?"
"Yes, my shifts ends at 2:00pm"
"Okay I'll meet you when you get off, bring your camera. We can go somewhere secluded, I don't want anyone recognizing me"
"O-Okay, that's fine. Tomorrow at 2:00pm"
* BANG BANG BANG *
"DON'T MAKE ME COME IN THERE KID! YOU'RE TESTING MY PATIENCE!"
"I-I should go now, I don't w-want him to break down the door o-or anything" I stuttered, panicking due to the older man's impatience.
"Hold on!"
He pulls me close to him, grabbing the first few buttons of my shirt before popping them open. He untucks my shirt from my pants, wrinkling it a bit with his hand before loosening my belt.
"I don't want anyone to get suspicious if you go out looking completely untouched"
He ruffles my curls a bit, moving some strands around. He picks up the crown, placing it over my head, tilting it to the side a bit. He takes a step back, giving me one last look.
"Something's still missing.."
He grabs me, pulling me close to him. He moves my collar away, smashing his lips over my neck. His plants a few kisses over my neck before sucking my skin before swirling his tongue around my sweet spot. Damn, he still knows where it's at.
I bite my inner cheeks, tucking my lips in as I refrain myself from moaning. I could feel myself getting tighter in my pants but tried so hard to refrain from getting a boner. He pulls away, making a small pop noise before wiping his lips a bit.
"I gave you a hickey to make it seem like we actually did something. Go now, before my boss breaks down the door"
"O-Okay"
I run over to the door, swing it open at the tall older man glares down at me. I'm guessing he's his boss. I awkwardly smiled, nodded as I run past him, heading straight for the exit. I did push past a few people, making sure I could get out with hitting or dropping my camera. I didn't want anyone to notice. I took off my crown, hiding it in my jacket so I would lose it either.
I noticed Dallas Jewel dancing on the pole, spinning around it. He turns my direction, stopping immediately. He pulls his sunglasses down after looking directly at me as he furrows his eyebrows. Fuck, he noticed me. I pull my hoodie over my head before pushing the doors open and running out of the club.
I finally got the pictures I needed, almost everything went as planned. Dallas Jewel probably saw me but hopefully didn't recognize me. To make this night better, Benz Goldmine wants to see me again. My inspiration is slowly bursting inside my mind.
Especially now that I'll get to see Benz again.
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Justin POV
"Thanks again baby, you were amazing"
"Yeah, it's whatever"
I watched as my last customer zips his pants up before making his way out of the purple room. I rolled my eyes, putting on my jacket before sitting on the bed. I swear this just get more and more overwhelming. Each client is worse than the next, which makes the session uninteresting. I stood up, making my way over to my dressing room before taking a over at my vanity table.
Well at least my first session of the night wasn't, the one with Harry. It was odd at first but it was very comforting. He even thought I was beautiful, and not just for my looks, but just for being me hopefully. A guy like Harry, thinks I'm beautiful? I don't think he has seen himself in mirror because he is very handsome, the best looking guy I've been around. I couldn't help but let out a goofy smile as I let out a chuckle.
I heard the door to my dressing room open, my best friend Niall coming in as he closes the door behind him. He sighs of relief, wiping sweat off his topless body. He hops on the couch, resting his feet on the table after kicking off his platform shoes to the side.
"Boy, what a show. Fuck, my feet are killing me!"
"You shouldn't have worn those shoes then"
"I can't pay my rent if I don't wear these. Those creeps will pay me good money if I dress like this"
"Then don't complain. Man up!" I teased, flexing my muscles as he playfully sticks his tongue out at me.
"Whatever"
I chuckled, turning back over to the mirror as I take out a makeup removing wipe and start to wipe off all of my makeup. I know once I get home, I'm washing my face completely. I looked at the time from the clock on the wall, realizing how long Paul is taking to get here.
"Hey, do you know where Paul is at?"
"Yeah, he's outside making out with Cameron. Disgusting if you ask me"
"Oh.." I frowned, looking back my reflection.
Why do I even ask?
"Hey I saw that guy from last time, the one you gave your crown to the other night. His name was Harry"
My mood slightly jumps up, hearing the sound of Harry's name. I turned around, looking at Niall as he tries to cool himself down by fanning himself with his towel. He knows who Harry is?
"You know him?"
"Yes, well not necessarily. I offered to give him a lap dance the first time we spoke"
"Oh..I see" I rolled my eyes, biting my bottom lip. I'm guessing he's one of those guys after all .
"Yeah, but he was quick to decline though. He was pretty anxious the whole first time he was here. I'm surprised I ran into him, coming out of the purple room the morning after ha. Shit, I could've swore I saw him coming out of it tonight. Was he there?"
"Well..y-yeah"
"Oh, a second round I see? He must've really missed you" He wiggles his eyebrows as he smirks.
"You can say that.." I shrugged, still wiping the last bit of makeup off my face.
I felt my hand get a bit shaky after Niall mentioned that guy Harry. I don't really know why I'm feeling like this, maybe it's because he's good looking. But I've been with plenty of good looking men before and I've never reacted this way. I don't even know why I'm going to see him tomorrow! For the pictures maybe, yeah that's it. I want to see the pictures..
"I just want to go to bed already. I'm tired of being here with these clothes on. If only Paul would just hurry up"
"If only you would just leave him. Come on Jay, I can't believe you let him treat you so poorly. You deserve better and you know it"
"He treats me just fine Niall. I love Paul and he loves me, I know he does..things aren't perfect but I'm still happy"
"Are you really? You can't fool me, I've known you since we were in the homeless shelter three years ago. Ever since you hook up with that man, he's been nothing but trouble"
"Don't say that about Paul, he's a good man! He takes care of me, he provides me with everything I need-"
"He also cheats on you with younger people, and uses your body as a business offer. You're 20, Cameron is 18. Paul is 51, how creepy is that?" He cuts me off, shaking his head in disapproval.
"Age is just a number. As long as you love that person, age difference shouldn't be a big deal"
"Yeah, you're right. But also, loyalty is the key to a relationship and he's not loyal to you. Cheating to prove that 'you're better than everyone else', what kind of BS is that?"
"He loves me Niall, and I love him. Things will change, you'll see. He and I will be together forever, happy. We'll grow old together"
"Grow old? He's already past that age range" Niall muttered, rolling his eyes as I darted my eyes at him.
"Whatever. You already know my opinion about him, I will never approve of your relationship no matter how badly you want me to. I don't like him nor trust him"
"No one asked for your opinion anyways. Paul love me, and I love him. I'm happy in my relationship, seriously I really am"
"Okay Justin, keep telling yourself that. Keep on being delusional"
"Niall, don't-"
The door swings open as Paul steps inside the room with Cameron right by his side. They were laughing amongst each other, Cameron flirtatiously swirling his finger of his chest. I bite my tongue and hold in my breath, turning around to finish removing my makeup. I know better to cause a scene, I don't want Paul to be mad at me again, I don't feel like sleeping on the floor again.
"I'll see you later, alright?"
"Okay, but don't forget to text me. I'll be waiting"
"I would never waste anytime when it comes to you" Paul smirks as he leans over and kisses Cameron in his cheek before leaving the room.
Niall glares at him, tapping his fingers over the couch as he observes Paul's actions.
They have never gotten along, not once, even if Paul gave him a job here. At first Paul wasn't use to Niall being around me since we're best friends, but he eventually got use to it. Kind of.
Paul looks over at him, groaning in annoyance as he shakes his head before heading towards my direction. He bends over to peck my lips, with the same lips he kisses Cameron with.
"Are you all set, sweetheart?"
"Yeah I packed everything"
"And the money? Where is it?"
"It's by the door"
"Of course he would ask about the money instead of checking up on his own boyfriend" Niall mutters under his breath as I scolded him.
"And if I am? I'm making an empire here Horan, you need to learn to mind your business. Take your comments and shove it up your ass!"
"Paul please"
"Just like you be shoving your cock up Cameron's ass, right? Thanks but no thanks. He's my best mate, he doesn't need to hide anything from me. Justin is too good for you anyways!"
"Niall stop!" I pleaded, but the two still kept going at it.
"He doesn't need to tell you anything about our relationship. I'm the best thing he could ever have, I care for him. What do you do? Complain, bitch about everything. If it were my way, you'd be gone and out of his life. He doesn't need you, he has me! I'm the only one who understands him, I don't need an Irish cock sucker to tell him otherwise"
"Look you fucking asshole-"
"NIALL, STOP!" I shouted, running over to him as I put my hands over his chest to stop him from charging at Paul.
"That's enough, no more."
"Get him out of here" Paul requested, glaring down at me as I turn back over to Niall.
He looks at me with furrowed eyebrows, his jaw still tightening of anger. I hate it when they both fight, I'm just caught in the middle always. Even if Niall is my best friend, I still choose Paul over him any day. Not because he's right, because he usually isn't, but because I don't want to risk losing Paul for good.
I lowered my head, not making eye contact as I gulped and stared at the ground.
"Niall, leave"
"Smh. Why am I not surprised" he rolls his eyes, bumping his shoulder into my mine as he walks past me and leaves the room.
"I don't want him back here ever again" Paul demanded, sitting on the couch as he begins to count the money from the bag.
"He won't" I mumbled as I stare at open door.
The things I do for Paul, even ruining my friendship with my best friend.
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Harry POV
"Dammit, I'm..got a..butt cramp!"
I paced over to my dorm, breathing heavily with my eyebrows scrunched up together. I never ran so much in my life, and there are no buses during these hours.
After I took my pictures and left the club, I ran all the way home which is why I'm here with my aching ass, limping over to my dorm. I still haven't recovered fully from my one night stand so yeah.
I unlock the front door, opening it quietly as I tiptoe my way inside, closing the door as quietly as I can. All the lights were off which means my roommates are in bed right now. I take step back, bumping my knee into a something as I wince in pain, yelping before slamming my palm over my mouth. I froze, looking around to hear if any of the boys woke up or something. Silence.
I sighed, standing up straight as I smile sweetly, relieved that no one was awake. Or so I thought...
"OH LOOK! YOU'RE HOME!"
I jumped once the kitchen lights turned on, turning around as I see Louis leaning over the counter, taking a bite out of a baby carrot. I mentally slapped myself in the face, wanting so badly to jump out the window. Was he really standing there this whole time?
"Hello there Haz. You're home late"
"Y-Yeah. Ha, I am"
"Uh huh. So, did you find your textbook?"
"T-Textbook?"
"Yes Harry, your textbook. The one you said that you forgot at the library which is why you left earlier"
Oh shit, I completely forgot about that.
"OH YES! My uh textbook..well you guys were right. The library was closed ha.." I nervously chuckled, rubbing the back of my neck awkwardly.
"Mhm. And you just got back from doing that?"
"O-Of course"
"It's 2am. It took you four hours to get you to the library and come back? It's only 15 minutes away from our dorm. Pretty suspicious if you ask me" Louis cocks an eyebrow, rubbing his chin.
"Fine! I uh, went to get some food as the 24 hour deli nearby..I just d-didn't want to share with you all okay"
"Deli, huh? Well, aren't you selfish" he sassed, standing up as he walks over to me, observing me from head to toe.
"You're sweating?"
"I went for a jog..?" Nice save, idiot.
"Well, whatever you say..Goodnight"
"G-Goodnight"
Louis just smacks his lips, rolling his eyes before patting my back and heading over to his room. I watched as he heads inside and closes his door. I let out a huge breath, sighing in relief as I wiped sweat off my forehead. That was a close one.
After turning off the kitchen lights, I head over to my room and close my door before sitting over my bed, taking out my camera and crown from my jacket. I scan over the photo gallery, checking to see any good images I got from tonight. I sigh fondly as I stopped at one picture of Benz, looking slightly at the camera with his arms crossed and chin over his fist. He truly was breath taking.
And to think that I'm going to see him tomorrow as well. I don't really know why, but I can't help but feel a tiny bit excited. Who would've known that a lousy introvert like me, would be excited to see a stripper. Not me, that's for damn sure. I wonder why he wants to meet up? I'm guessing to mainly see his pictures which I don't mind. Or maybe..he wants to see me? Why would he ever want to see me though, that's not possible for a man like him to see someone as awkward as me.
"Oh well"
I place the camera over my computer desk, changing out my clothes and into my pajama pants before turning off the light and heading off to bed.
Let's just see what tomorrow holds.
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