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The jTV Studios in Hammersmith were quiet at this time of the day. Daytime television was an unusual way to begin the press tour, but who was I to complain? All I had to do was do my job and follow the schedule Linda provided me.
Unfortunately, the schedule didn’t mention which interviews I had to participate in.How would I prepare?
I walked into the studio they were filming in and took in the fake window overlooking a London backdrop, the low-line white couches, and a large television screen with theMidday with Jules & Danologo presented.
“Nice of you to join us, hotness.”The hushed voice emanating from behind me sent shivers through my body. No matter how I tried to resist Augustus or how much I wanted to pull away from him, he had me firmly in his grasp.
“You’re on time.” I observed without actually turning to face him.
I felt Aug’s breath on my neck as he pressed his lips to the spot beneath my ear. “You aren’t.”
“There was an accident on the A4. The Uber driver had to take a few sideroads to get here.”
“Excuses, excuses.” His fingers traced my thigh through my tights and crept further up my leg, causing my breath to shake.
Someone called Aug’s name.
“I-I think they’re ready for you.”Damn, why did I have to stammer?
“They’re not the only ones.” He grazed the skin of my neck with his teeth. “That will teach you to run away from me, Sienna.” His voice was laced with promises I wasn’t sure I could deny.
When he pulled away from me, I was positively shaking with need. I watched him straighten his jacket and chat with the floor director. My eyes never left his slim form as he awaited his introduction.
The show went to air, and Jules and Dano flashed million-dollar smiles.
Dano snapped his fingers at the camera. “First up today, we have quite a treat for you. Estate Styles,London’s hottest high-end brand of clothing and accessories that has successfully melded traditional styles with modern flair, is releasing its autumn line with a catalog featuring a familiar and much-loved personality.”
While the intro package played, Aug was summoned to take his position on the couch. My eyes never left him as he pecked Jules on the cheek and shook Dano’s hand.
When he threw a wink my way, I somehow managed to stay stoic, but my cheeks flushed with color.
“Welcome to the show, Lord Huntington. It’s great to have you,” Jules said.
Aug bowed his head slightly. “It’s great to be here. And please, call me Augustus.”
Jules’ hand flew to her chest. “Very well.”
I swore she was blushing as much as I was from Augustus’ attention.
Manwhore.
Dano cleared his throat. “Getting straight to it, Augustus, we ought to congratulate you on this partnership with Estate Styles. It’s such a stylish campaign.”
“Thank you. The photographer and the entire Estate Styles’creative team are top-notch.”
“Tell us, how did it come about?”
Aug leaned back in his seat and rested an ankle over his knee. “The woman in charge of publications is an old friend of mine. We went to business school at university together, and she asked me if I would be interested. Of course, I said yes because no one says no to her if they want to live.” Aug smiled to show he was joking around.
The hosts laughed.
“But to be honest, I’ve casually looked into modeling a few times now, but it hasn’t quite been the right time until now.”
“It’s nice to see the stars aligning this time around,” Dano said.
“It is. Estate Styleshas become an iconic British brand which provides jobs to many people all over the world, including right here in the UK. It also generously gives back to the community. I’m proud to work with them.”
Jules held her manicured hand toward the screen where images from the catalog were displayed. “These shots are absolutely stunning. The backdrop of Kensington Gardens and your classic Austin-Healey pull everything together. The style, the season, not to mention the class. You get a great taste of what good living in the British Isles can truly be like.”
