Elise's playful nature allured him. He thought on whether to return to the poker game he had invested millions of dollars into, but his heart followed her out the door.
Mako tapped his fingers on the bar and watched her disappear into the next hallway. Unable to fight it anymore, he downed the rest of his drink, set his glass on the bartop, looked around for a moment, and made his way after her, leaving everything else behind.
***
A hopeful billionaire finds himself wrapped in the charm of a beautiful young woman who keeps him just out of reach of her love on board an adventurous vacation. As he presses on to grow closer, Mako uncovers a dangerous discovery than runs deeper than he ever imagined, and it might cost him more than he's willing to give.
This book contains explicit content such as sex, substance abuse, gambling, and violence and is recommended for ages 18+.
The Billionaire's Gamble is created by M. A. Westmoreland, an eGlobal Creative Publishing Signed Author.


The Billionaire's Gamble

Elise swiveled on her stool at the bar as the cheers of the gamblers behind her bounced off the walls. The evening had progressed in her favor. Subtle glares at Mako's handsome face and free alcohol made her feel a little spoiled. On top of that, Dmitri and his goons had yet to make an entrance for the main event, allowing her hope to run free like the wind.


"Another night of sitting all alone at my bar, Elise?" the bartender asked with a grin.


She sipped her drink through the straw and set it down.


"Am I boring you, Arman?" she said in return. 


"Not at all," the man said. "Your quick glances at that man at Table 12 have provided me with a good amount of entertainment. I take it he fancies you, then?"


Elise bit her lower lip, trying to keep the smile on her face from widening.


"I suppose you could say that," she said.


"And, uh, what does Mr. Morokov think of this?" Arman asked.


Chapter 16: Do Your Job