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

The fanfare began when Mako stepped onto the casino floor balcony where he and Elise had schemed beforehand. He leaned over the railing with his hands and observed the less wealthy patrons take their crack at the tables below.


Mako kept a firm eye on the empty seats at the captain's table. Later, it would be filled with the best gamblers the cruiseliner had to offer, and he felt grateful for his invitation that came with the predetermined luck on the first night of games.


Scents of liquor and smoke flowed into his nostrils, urging him to indulge in his vices.


Heels clicked behind him, and Mako turned to see Elise strutting in his direction from behind. Her immaculate beauty gave him a wonderful distraction. The warmth in his chest he had felt the first time he gazed upon her returned.


"What?" Elise asked as Mako stared at her with searching eyes.


Elise shyly smiled and ducked her head.


Chapter 15: Let the Games Begin