A/N Okay so thank you to my awesome reviewers. Got to admit disappointed in the review count :(

This is a m/m story if its not your thing please don't continue reading. Not sure when I will next post but hopefully by the end of the week. Please review I need to get my muse back.

I don't profess to know anything about the modeling world or photography but going on my own imagination. As you know I do not own any of the characters I just play with them. (In my dreams).


Chapter 9

The rain pitta pattied on the roof of the tent before it turned into a complete downpour waking Edward from his fistful sleep. All throughout the day they had to duck for cover from the rain. Although, Jacob would sometimes just stay out in the rain enjoying the water on his hot, overheated skin. Edward would watch him as his shirt became see-through and clung to him like a second skin, the cool rain making his nipples hard and poking out. Images of his tongue teasing the pert nipples made Edward's cock twitch. Paul chuckled and left the man to his fantasy. Paul came up with the idea of trying to make the young model jealous. At first, Edward didn't want to do it but, since he didn't have the balls to ask the young native out himself, he went along with Paul's idea. It would be up to Jacob to make the first move. It was a stupid and childish plan but, he was desperate enough to try it. Looking at his watch, he saw it was four in the morning and tried to go back to sleep.

"No, it wasn't. Dad, please," Jacob cried out in his sleep his arm flying over his face as though protecting it.

Edward got up as the young man didn't seem to be awake and was having a terrible nightmare. Jacob sat up panting sweat running down his face and back. He was disorientated as to where he was which only made matters worse. When he caught Edward getting closer he scrambled back on the stretcher tipping it so he fell on the ground with a thud. "Shit Jake, it's me, Edward," trying to get the bed off the spooked boy who was all but screaming for Edward to get away from him. Managing to get the bed off Jacob, Edward crouched down looking at the frighten native curling himself up into a ball on the canvas floor of the tent.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry," he whispered as Edward pulled him into his arms running his hand through the young boy's hair. The tent flap opened and a worried looking Seth came racing to the couple on the floor. He looked at Edward for answers as it was obvious that Jacob was still not fully aware of his surroundings.

"Nightmare," Edward whispered as Seth drew circles on his young cousin's back shush-ing the now sobbing boy. "Jake open your eyes, come on."

"Maybe he should come share the tent with me and Jasper," Seth whispered. Jacob clung firmly to Edward hiding his face in his naked chest. "Okay, I guess I will leave it for tonight," he smiled. "What was the nightmare about, do you know?" he asked Edward.

"His father. It was like he was trying to protect himself from a beating," he sighed beginning to rock the young man. Seth ran his hand down face but, nodded as though not surprised. Jasper had picked up the stretcher and placed it beside Edward's as the two men were cuddled up on the floor. He came and held his hand out to Edward who took it managing to pull the men off the floor. Jacob seemed to come out of his daze and pulled away from Edward wiping his tears away sniffing.

"Hey sweetie, you okay now?" Seth asked. His cousin just nodded, blushing. "Come on, back to bed, okay?" he said holding out his hand so that Jasper could put the bed back where it was. Like a child, Jacob took his cousin's hand and let him lead him to the bed. Pushing his cousin down, Seth knelt by his bed taking Jake's hand in his and bringing it to his lips. "Your safe, Jake. we're not going to let anyone hurt you anymore. I promise, okay," he whispered. Jacob nodded his eyes closing. Smiling, Seth wiped the hair out of the boy's eyes humming a tribal song. Jacob's breathing shallowed and he was soon lightly snoring. Kissing his forehead, the older native stood still humming until strong arms wrapped around him. "He probably won't remember it," he smiled hoping that he didn't. His lover lead him to the tent opening. "You know where we are," he said.

Edward sat on his bed and watched the boy who only minutes ago was screaming in fear. Now, he was fast asleep hopefully dreaming something nice. The rain had stopped and the sound of rainforest became louder. Edward watched as the sun lighten the tent, Jacob not moving from when he had fallen asleep. Wishing he had his camera as a ray of light just rained down on the resting native giving the boy an almost angelic look. Voices were heard outside as the guides began getting breakfast ready for the first day of shooting. Deciding to get up, he quickly and quietly got dressed before going out to find a much needed coffee. When Jacob showed up half an hour later, he was the only one who had a decent night's sleep. Grabbing himself a huge plate of bacon and eggs, he sat down at a different table than Edward who was talking to Paul about going to look at the waterfall. When Seth and Jasper arrived, Jacob stood and happily hugged his cousin. Edward sighed, if he was jealous of anyone it was his friend, Seth. Jacob was a very touchy-feely sort of person. Something the photographer began to notice the longer he knew him. Right now, he was holding his cousin's hand as they sat and chatted while they ate. He felt a warm hand in his and gave it a squeeze. "I know, I'm an idiot," he gave Paul a sad smile.

"Yeah but, that's okay cuz he's an idiot too. So, you're made for each other," he chuckled. "I give him a month and he will be warming your bed for you," kissing the top of Edward's head as he got up taking his plate with him. The photographer chuckled before finishing his coffee. He and Seth had a lot of gear to carry today but thankfully, the guides could take the lights and such while they carried the cameras. The wardrobe people were getting each of the models to try on their clothes. The new session's clothes were more colorful than last year and the rainforest would make them pop.

"We're ready when you are, Edward," Irina the wardrobe assistant said. Nodding, Edward called Seth over. They just needed to pick up the cameras and they too would be ready. The guides were waiting for the men outside the tent. Handing what they could carry, he called the party to head out. He hoped he could get to the location before the first rain shower came. Cameras and rain didn't particularly like each other. It was bad enough with the humidity as it was.

"Paul and Nahuel, your first," Edward said as the models gathered. He wanted both the new models have a more experienced model with them. Emmett and Jacob could stay at base camp until after lunch. Jasper opted to stay right by his lover's side even though he would be in the way. He still didn't like Seth being alone with Paul no matter what Edward said about him. Edward had admitted to Jasper what he and Paul were doing. He just hoped Edward knew what he was doing playing with the young man's emotions.

The morning went smoothly, it didn't take Nahuel long to get comfortable with Edward. They only stopped a couple of times because of the rain. The models were tired and would not work again till the following morning. Seth and Edward didn't have that luxury though, they would be back after lunch. The heat of the day was not as bad in the forest but nevertheless, it was blistering heat. Because of the lighting, they had to work through it however. Emmett and Jacob were both in good spirits and Edward found the two worked well together. Tomorrow it would be switched and the unavoidable would happen, the photographer needed Paul and Jacob work together. But, the first day had gone seamlessly. Seth called it a night before dinner and Edward wasn't far behind him. Even too tired to remove his shoes, he just threw himself on the stretcher. He had a dreamless sleep that night. However, he woke in the morning only in his boxer shorts.

The second day dawned cooler but, the rain had them unable to start shooting. Jacob and Edward decided to stay in the tent reading. Jacob needed to do some study if he wanted to keep up his grades. Edward was happy to help where he could but, the young model seemed quite capable most of the time. Just before lunch the rain finally cleared so, they headed to a different area slightly further a field.

"Jacob, reach for the vine and lean back as though you're going to swing from it," Edward instructed the young model. Jacob grabbed the vine and walked back. Suddenly he took off running, launching himself off the ground and swinging through the air. "Fuck," Edward shouted as he took shot after shot of a loincloth clad native with a grin on his face as he did the call like Tarzan. When the vine had slowed enough, Jacob gracefully jumped off brushing off his hands. "What the fuck were you thinking? You could've been hurt or killed. How did you know it could hold your weight?" Edward handed the camera to Seth and grabbed Jacob shaking him. He was so fearful for the young man.

"I talked to the guide, I knew what I was doing," Jacob pouted. He hadn't meant to upset the older man. Without thought, Edward pulled the model into a hug happy to feel the strong heartbeat. "Dude chill, come on, I'm fine," he said. Edward quickly pulled back and turned taking his camera off Seth.

"Do as I tell you Jake, we aren't here to play," Edward growled trying to hide his embarrassment. "If you do that sort of shit again, you're off the shoot," he said. Jacob's jaw dropped and he looked over at his cousin who was in agreement with Edward. He nodded his head at the shocked model. "Now, go get your makeup touched up. We are wasting time," he said running his hand through his damp hair. "Paul, show this kid what to do," he snapped. Paul walked over and took his place grabbing the vine and knew exactly what kind of shot the photographer was looking for. Jacob sat there glaring at Paul hating him even more. Edward was telling him how sexy he was looking asking him to flirt more with the camera. Jacob swallowed the lump in his throat. When Edward was satisfied, he went and kissed Paul telling him job well done. "Let's take five," Edward said taking the camera from around his neck handing it to Seth.

Ignoring Jacob, he stood at the drinks table chatting with Paul. Seth was busy with the cameras talking to Jasper. The only thought running through Jacob's head was the word kid, it was like a broken record. Seth was only two years older than him and Edward never called him a kid. In fact, he treated his assistant like an equal. The makeup artist sighed and did the young model's makeup again. "I thought you looked good," the artist whispered. Jacob gave him a small smile but, didn't say a word. "He gets grumpy when he's tired, don't take it personally, kid."

"Sure sure," Jacob said finally getting up. He couldn't wait for the day to be over. Edward saw the model pacing. Sighing, he knew he was rough on Jacob but, his heart just about jumped out of his chest. Never before had he been so scared. Telling Paul he was done for the day, he went to Jacob. "Can we do this already? I've got a headache," Jacob mumbled. Edward nodded and asked him to sit on the rock taking the vine in his hand. The wardrobe person came and put a Rolex watch on Jacob's wrist. The thing was worth half a million dollars. Not that the young model knew that. He still couldn't get why he was wearing a loincloth and wearing a watch but, figured what would he know.

"Stop pouting Jacob, the sooner we get the shot the sooner we can get back to base," Edward said half an hour later not getting one shot and he was losing light fast. Jacob had, had enough he turned his head fighting back the tears. "Can everyone please give us some space?" Edward sighed. He even sent Seth away, he and Jacob need to talk. He sat on the rock beside the upset model. "Jacob, it's not personal out here, we do a job. There is time for fun and this isn't it," he explained.

"Sorry," Jacob whispered fighting the tears back.

"I've given you a warning and you only get one, I'm sorry if it seems harsh but, time is money," he said trying to look Jacob in the eye but found it impossible as the young man kept his eyes diverted. "I will shout at you at times and I will pick another models shots over yours Jake but, I'm your friend the moment the job is done, Just like Seth. Don't you think we have our moments? God, ask him yourself. I can be a real prick but, at the end of the day, we are just Edward and Seth. Out here we, are photographer and assistant. My word is law even if I am wrong, what I say goes," he chuckled. Jacob didn't say a word but nodded. "So we good?" Edward asked.

"I guess," Jacob said. Sighing, Edward stood up and patted the native's back. "Sorry, it won't happen again," Jacob said getting back in position.

"I know it won't," the photographer said. "Put your other hand over that one, that's it," Edward was back in work mode. It wasn't long before he said the three words Jacob had been waiting for. "It's a wrap," he called. Jacob got up and let the wardrobe person take the watch off his wrist. Grabbing his clothes, he quickly changed snatching the makeup removing cream and rubbing it on his face. Seth came over and asked if he was okay. Jacob gave him a small smile and nodded not trusting himself to talk just yet. KID, KID, KID, was screaming in his head.

"Jasper, can take you back with a guide while we pack up," Seth patted his cousin's shoulder and turned away needing to get packed up as soon as possible. He and Edward were going to go to the waterfall and he hoped that the lighting was still going to be good enough but, they had lost a lot of time today with Jacob's antics. As soon as they reached camp, Jacob went to his tent refusing anything to eat. Stripping, he went and washed in the makeshift shower. It only ran for about 3 minutes before it ran out but, it was better than nothing. For once in his life, he didn't feel hungry and went to the tent where he would remain for the rest of the day.

The waterfall was better than Seth had hoped for and better yet, the lighting was perfect. Only he and Edward were there, the guide remained in the background discreetly away from them but, close enough to hear if they needed him. Never before had Seth actually posed on purpose for a photo. Not since he was a child with the mandatory family photo or school photo. Together the men discussed how they were going to do it. Even though it was only himself and Edward, the nerves were getting to Seth and he didn't know if he could actually go through with it. However, Edward encouraged him to get into position wearing his shorts and if he didn't want to undress he would still make the photo one that Jasper would love. Nodding, Seth stripped his shirt and stepped into the ice cold water before diving down. The water was so crystal clear he could see the bottom as though it was in reaching distance. In actual fact, it was well over thirty feet deep. Once he got to the waterfall, he climbed up onto the rock. Just being in the water Seth began to relax. Back home in La-Push, he was into his surfing and even though he didn't get many opportunities, he still found time to occasionally hit the waves. He tried to teach Jasper once but, it was a complete disaster. His lover was happy to sit on the beach and watch his lover enjoy his sport.

"Seth, step to the right a little and look up," Edward asked pointing to the forest canopy. "Beautiful, that's it. Now, imagine you are washing yourself, the cool water cleansing the skin after making love to Jasper," he said. He may not be a model but he knew what Edward was talking about. Being a model, you were basically an actor selling the belief of what the photographer wanted the readers needed to know. Instead of words, it was a snap of a moment in time. So began the shoot. As nervous as he still was, he finally took the step of removing his clothes. He wanted the photo to be tasteful and knew that he could rely on Edward to just that. Throwing his clothes to the edge of the fall so they wouldn't be in shot, he turned his body so that his private parts were hidden but his left side was showing his back which led to his curvaceous ass. His hands lifted up his hair and he faced the camera with an innocent look as though he wasn't posing for a photo but rather, enjoying the water. Edward's camera was loving the man in front of him. Seth moved from one position to the other. He ended up laying on a rock lifting a leg, again his private parts hidden. Trying to look sexy yet innocent was harder than it looked and now Seth understood why the models got tired so easily.

"Seth, touch yourself. Imagine your lover walking towards you wanting to take you right where you are," without question Seth tried to do as he was told but, he ended up with the giggles. A soft blush on his cheeks as he touched himself. His cock became firm imagining that Edward was Jasper in their bedroom. "God, that man of yours isn't going to be able to not ravish you everytime he walks in and see you hanging above your bed," Edward said moving around getting a peep of his friend's hand wrapped around his cock. Jasper was one very lucky man indeed and the best part about it was that Jasper knew he had found himself the best thing that had ever happened to him.

"Can we stop now? I'm cold," Seth's teeth chattered his lips starting to turn blue.

"Yeah, I think you have plenty to choose from," the photographer said turning while Seth climbed out grabbing his clothes. Edward quickly looked through what he had and wondered how Seth was going to choose the best one. He would make Jasper an album of photos for his birthday from the snaps he took since the day his friend met his Seth.