As I mentioned a few pages back, I really enjoy seeking and this type of relationships. In my experience, despite the large numbers of escorts in seeking, most of the guys there are not escorts and do not seek hourly compensation. They are after a true relationship with the ambiguity and fluidity that all relationships have. Some have a clear view of how they want it to shape and how to monetise it, others don't. Some will be insulted and ghost you if you mention money. I remember a first meet with a very nice guy. After dinner I offered him taxi money and he refused. So my advice is don't confuse seeking with rentmen, they are different animals. Start slowly, take him for a drink. Do what you would do with a date, not an escort. And see what happens.