It was simple, a trade off, really. By pretending to date you for the public, Johnny's reputation would be cleaned up. He would look responsible, like someone who could settle down away from his "bad boy" reputation.

For you, you were trying to get into the acting industry, and Johnny would be your ticket in. Studios wanted a big name, so you would become a big name.

"This doesn't mean anything, by the way." He told you after the meeting between your agents. He lit up a cigarette and circled you carefully. "Just don't get attached." He huffed, inhaling the smoke.