I personally don't like paying upfront. But I always have the payment visible in the dresser for him to see and I'm quick to point it out to him if he doesn't notice upon entering. Yes, many times, the escort just then and there collects it and puts it away and then we begin the session. Some do count it out to make sure they weren't shortchanged. The more gentlemanly and worldly have an eye for what a fair payment looks like in all kinds of bill combinations to just trust it's all there. I'm sure they count it in the bathroom before leaving and I appreciate the manners and fineness of not counting it out in from of me. I also tend to stick to regulars who know they can trust me as long as they live up their end of the bargain. I always do, but if they don't, I don't see them again. There is no "I'll cum next time" or "I'll make it up to you next time" for me. I know "next time" never comes.