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....When we last left Alexis, she was finished with her audition scene for Sin City Adult Stars. She had a lot of fun making her first pornographic film. She was a hit with the producer. Mitchel immediately signed her to a contract. Alexis wasn't sure what was going to happen next, but she was open to try anything. It was a couple weeks later when she boarded her flight to Vegas. She was dressed modestly in some casual yoga pants, sneakers, and a pullover sweater. She hadn't talked to Mitchel in a few days, but she knew everything was okay. She had told her job she was interviewing for another position and she might be quitting. Normally, she knew this would be stupid without a concrete plan, but she knew even if it didn't work out how she hoped she was going to move anyway... <\/em>
...She got off her flight and hailed a taxi to the hotel. It wasn't like last time with the red carpet treatment, but she didn't expect it. She knew last time was to wow her and make her love the lifestyle. Mitchel did put her up at a nice hotel for a couple of nights. She got to the hotel, dropped her bags off, and hailed another cab to the studio. She had lunch before she left and was just ready to see what was in store next. A woman at the reception area greeted her...
Receptionist: Oh, Ms. Vaughn. Just a second. Let me get Tyler.
Alexis: Tyler? (She looked puzzled as she watched the receptionist leave the desk. "What about Mitchel?" she wondered.)
Tyler: (He opened the office door) Alexis, great to meet you. (He extended his hand to her.) I'm Tyler. Mitchel is out of town and I have been assigned as your new agent. Come in.
Alexis: Well, nice to meet you. (She wondered if she could go forward without Tyler's comforting words. She thought to herself, I have an agent now...)
Tyler: (He sat down behind his desk.) Have a seat. (He shuffled some papers and presented them to her.)
Alexis: What's this?
Tyler: Well, I don't mean to be forward, but it's a contract.
Alexis: Contract? Um, explain...
Tyler: Well, it says that you will do three movies and 5 photo shoots for us over the next month. The studio will pay you $1500 for each movie. The fee paid to you for each photo shoot is $500. The subtotal comes out to $7000. (He pointed down on the contract.) You will agree to pay Sin City Adult Stars twenty percent of earnings. Which works out to $1400. So, pretax, you will make about $5600. It also states that if you continue your work in the industry after this contract is fulfilled, we have the right to retain you for ten more movies at fifteen percent management fee.
Alexis: Umm, okay.... (She thought about how she wasn't ready for this, but it was part of the business.)
Tyler: This also states that you have right of first refusal for any photo shoot and/or movie shoot. However, if you do not complete your shoots in the next month for us, you will owe us the entire balance of the contract. Now, that is barring any physical injuries or personal issues like a death in the family, etc...
Alexis: Well, this went from fun to business quickly. (She laughed and looked over the contract.)
Tyler: Once this is out of the way, we can start discussing the fun part of it. If you would like, I've provided the number of an attorney who will go over the contract with you free of charge. He does not represent us in any way and will give you a just interpretation of the contract.
Alexis: Well, I suppose I should at least talk to him.
Tyler: That's fine. If you would like, I will have a driver take you to his office in the morning before you come in for a shoot.
Alexis: What would I be shooting tomorrow?
Tyler: It is a solo photo shoot. Lots of toys, stuff like that. Why don't I have the driver pick you up at nine? He'll take you to Mr. Walsh's office. You can talk with him and then make your decision.
Alexis: That sounds like a good idea.
Tyler: I'm glad this went so easily. I saw your last video. It's a big hit on our website. I'm excited to work with you, Alexis.
Alexis: (She blushed.) Well, thank you. Okay, so, tomorrow at nine?
Tyler: Tomorrow at nine.
Alexis: Okay, Tyler, thanks for your help. (She stood up and shook his hand.)
Tyler: My pleasure. Here is my card. Feel free to call me anytime with any questions. Mr. Walsh has a copy of the contract and here is one for you. I look forward to seeing you tomorrow, Alexis. ...She walked out of the office a little unsure. She looked down at the contract and then at her phone. It was about seven. She decided to head back to the hotel for dinner. She took a cab back and headed up to her room. She ordered a salmon salad and a bottle of chardonnay. She was reading over the contract when there was a knock at the door. She opened the door and let room service in. She charged it to the room and closed the door. She hardly touched her salad as she looked over the contract. The amount in the final page of the contract would be enough for her to move. She started to think about the other men in the scenes. She knew it wouldn't be five more scenes with Rod. Rod was the best sex she had ever had. His cock, obviously being a porn star, was bigger than any she had experienced. Now she was going to experience five new guys. The thought of that shocked her as she looked back at the contract. She did a lot of reading about Sin City Adult Stars before she came out. They were one of the more reputable companies in the industry. She felt comfortable working with them. The thought of five more random guys was a lot for her to comprehend, but she wasn't against it. The solo photo shoot, which Tyler spoke of, could be pretty fun. She trusted Tyler like she trusted Mitchel. She was going to speak with the lawyer, but probably sign the contract. There wasn't much holding her back....
...The next morning, she showered and freshened up a bit. She didn't eat. She didn't want to feel bloated during the shoot. She put on some jeans and a long sleeve blouse. The studio would provide everything she needed when she got there. A call from the front desk startled her. It was the concierge to let her know that her ride was there. She walked down and found the black SUV waiting for her. The ride wasn't too long as it pulled up to a nice looking office complex. She walked up the flight of stairs to the second floor and walked into the office. She gave her name to the receptionist and waited...
... (A gentleman in his fifties in a very nice suit came out the door) ...
Lawyer: Alexis?
Alexis: Yes, that's me.
Lawyer: Come on in. Please, follow me.
...They walked into an unoccupied board room. They sat next to each other as he had the papers spread out...
Lawyer: I'm John, one of the attorneys for the firm. Tyler told me of the situation. I looked everything over and it's legit. We do a lot of this, in this industry. It's not my first choice for representation but, like for you, it pays us well, also.
Alexis: (She was bit taken back by what he said but he was right. She would be making porn.) So, I should sign?
Lawyer: If you feel comfortable with it, yes. I looked it over. There is nothing that will surprise you. What I would recommend is retaining a lawyer if you proceed after this contract. Many women make a lot of money in this industry, but few proceed in the right direction. If you would like, here is my card. Give me a call if you want to go forward and I can put you in touch with someone who will represent you to a standard you will be happy with.
Alexis: Well, thank you. I appreciate that.
Lawyer: I need you to sign here, here, and here. Also, sign here and date.
Alexis: (She signed and sat back in her chair.)
Lawyer: Well, we are all set here. Good luck to you, Ms. Vaughn.
Tammi, the receptionist, will copy this and give you one.
Alexis: Thank you, John. (She walked out to the waiting room and waited for her copies.)
...She took the copies and headed downstairs to the waiting SUV. She got in and the driver took her to the studio. She looked at all her signatures and thought to herself that it was final. She was an adult film star. The driver dropped her off in a separate area of the building. He instructed her to go through those doors and give them her name...
...She paused for a minute before she walked inside and walked up to a reception area. She told the man behind the window her name. After a few minutes, a woman walked out...