"The key problem is your unpredictable schedule. Otherwise, every weekend I'd fly to New Jersey to meet you. But if you move to San Francisco, everything will be easier: Your job will be more convenient and pay you higher salary, your schedule will be normal, and we could meet whenever you feel like it. If our relationship fails, I'll compensate you for the time you wasted..."
"... can you put it in writing? You know, just in case..."
He grinned, "Now you are talking! I love to hear you'll consider my offer. You can write the agreement yourself, and I'll sign it. Don't forget to mention the amount of compensation you'd get if, after a month, you wish to get out of the deal."
John's intention sounded genuine, but after my prior disappointments, I was reluctant to take further chances. Mo
