Emerson Services auctions willing young women to wealthy men and collects a commission from both. After an auction, a written agreement establishes the terms of the fixed short term relationship with guarantees for the privacy and reputation of both parties. Our story begins with its seventh auction. A blow up in one of the arrangements threatens Emerson and leads to a formalized mediation. An unexpected romance ensues. A new member joins the Emerson team as plans are made for the eighth
College classmates leave her cold. Gem is a lovely but lonely virgin. She realizes her honorary Uncle is caressing her with his eyes. Her imagination's version of what could happen gives her the courage to initiate a first kiss. Fireworks ignite for both. Young woman and old man find themselves hopelessly in love. They find the courage to see where things will go. This is the "R" rated version. There is lots of talking about sex, but not much having sex. Descriptions are mild.