Chapter 1

"But He's a Playboy"

"McCoy? Medium Latte! McCoy"

"Coming!" Josie calls out as she runs to the barista to grab her drink. "Than you so much sweetie! As you were saying." She says while taking a sip and turning to face Alexander. They walk back over to their table and take their seats.

"Where was I? Oh, right! I think i can get you a gig at Viper's!" Josie chokes on her coffee and her Bambi eyes open up wider with enthusiasm.

"Viper's?! That fancy underground Diner? How is that possible? That spot is filled with moguls!"

Alexander adds,"plus they also have…"

"CHEESE FRIES!" Josie screams finishing his sentence. The whole cafe gets quiet and Josie sinks into her seat embarrassed.

"They aren't on Pop's level, but they are up there." She adds. Alex gives her an admirable stare.

"I know. I love making you happy Jo." His face turns serious. "Too bad you aren't willing to give me a chance. I really care about you." Josie, feeling awkward laughs it off.

"I bet you say that to all the women Alexander. Weren't you just on a date with another woman like two days ago? You are a playboy." She reaches over the table to grab his hands. Alexander has a look of hope on his face as she takes his hands into hers. " Plus, i'm not looking for a Reggie 2.0. I'm not dating my manager again. I'm done mixing romance and work."

"Who is Reggie? Was he that ginger you told me about?" Alexander says with a jealous snarky undertone.

Josie takes notice and rolls her eyes and pushes her hands away. "No, that was Archie silly. Reggie had black hair."

"I thought that was Sweet Pea, the gangster. Wow Jo, you were the play girl in high school!" Alexander says mockingly. Josie gives him a stern look.

"For one, i wasn't a playgirl, I've only dated 3 guys and it was HIGH SCHOOL, so how serious could those relationships be?" Alexander's face lights up as he nods in agreeance.

"EXACTLY! It was high school Jo." Alexander enthusiastically reaches over and grabs her hand. "We aren't in high school anymore. We are adults." Alexander tightens his hand and stares intensely into her eyes and bites his lip. " I want something serious with you and only you. Just give me a chance. I'll stop 'playboying' when i'm with the person I want to be with."

Trying to avoid showing any interest, Josie lets out a chuckle. "I'm flattered Xander, but i'm just not ready for something serious right now. I have to focus on myself and my career right now." Alex rolls his eyes as his phone rings. He lets go of Josie's hand and answers his phone.

"Hello? Are you sure? I'm with Jo right now. Yeah Josie. Why do you care? Okay fine, i'm coming." Alexander hangs up the phone with an annoyed look tattooed onto his face. Josie knows exactly who is capable of making Alexander feel like this. His snobby sister. Josie starts smirking.

"What does Alexandra want?"

"She's having a crisis right now. So you now…" Alexander rolls his eyes and begins grabbing his belongings and leaving the table.

"Yeah, typical of the drama queen."

Alexander stops midway at the door and adds,"Right, however, i'm not done having this conversation with you. I'll talk to you later on, Jo." Josie smiles and looks up at him.

"There's nothing to talk about, Xander!"

"Mhmmmmm right. Talk to you later!" Alexander exits the cafe.