>>18365565>>18370798Dia excitedly wrapped her arms around the waists of Andi and Robyn, pulling them close as they huddled under an umbrella while the directors assistant scrolled through hundreds of accumulated photos, considering the weather and the sudden recruitment of two seemingly inexperienced models the shoot had been a complete success. The director, the back of his shirt completely soaked from the rain, melted into his chair in relief as the addressed Dia Shirley Burroughs.
>"This is amazing Dee, you... totally saved my ass tonight."Dia smiled warmly.
>"Don't thank me Hal, thank young Robyn and young Andi for coming to our aid, I interrupted their dinner to bring them here and I think its best we let them go now.">"They with the agency, Dee?">"Nope, freelancers, and you know what that means, right?"The director turns slightly pale.
>"Evening shoot. Poor conditions. Short notice. No contracts. I think my friends deserve a handsome reward, don't you?">"Dee please."Dia places a hand on the directors shoulder.
>"Don't worry Hal, I'll pay 'em out of my own pocket and I'll have Key invoice your people in the morning. The price will be fair... as long as my new friends get to keep the clothes. Deal?"The director lazily holds up a fist allowing Dia to bump it with her own.
>"You're a real hardass Dee. I highballed the company on this shoot anyway, so as long as we come in under budget nobody will mind.">"Nicely done Hal, I always knew you'd make it. At this rate you'll have that house sorted by the time the baby comes. Give Peach my regards, and if you guys need anything just give me a call."Dia steps out from under the umbrella and into the rain, beckoning Andi and Robyn to follow.
>"Ladies! The night is still young, how about a couple of drinks? My treat for all your hard work." 