Slim Chance. Jackie Rose

offered, “you can book private training sessions with Jade up to five times a week. Or with one of our other trainers.” She was a lot smarter than she looked, that Missy.

      “I don’t know…”

      “It’s more expensive, of course, but you get what you pay for,” she said. “People find they improve quicker when they have someone to answer to. Plus, he’ll help you get the most out of your workouts.”

      “If you want to get serious, I’m your man,” Jade said, staring into my soul. Those eyes. It was like they could see the skinny person buried inside me.

      “He really is good,” Missy assured me.

      Jade shook his head modestly. “It’s just that I love my job,” he said. “I can’t help it. This is a great place, Evie, really low-key. Everyone here is super friendly. I personally guarantee you that you’ll love it.”

      “Come on.” Missy reached out and grabbed my hand. “Give it a shot—you’ve got nothing to lose!”

      “If that were true I wouldn’t be here,” I said, and Jade laughed. He actually laughed. At my joke.

      “Working out is addictive, Evie, you’ll see. At least it is for me. You know, if I wasn’t here all the time, I’d probably be a much better actor,” he said grinning, and winked right at me.

      Missy giggled.

      “Where do I sign?”