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

After talking with Mako about their day apart, Elise pulled him closer, almost on top of her.


"Oh, how I've needed you today," she said into his shoulder.


She felt Mako adjust himself into a comfortable position and lay his weight on her. Elise wrapped her arms around his broad shoulders. Every moment with him sparked memories of the previous night when she allowed him to make love to her. Though she sexually desired him again, her legs lightly trembling as a result, her heart longed for him more.


Elise set aside her carnal instincts and savored him emotionally. The torment she had gone through earlier in the day had taken more from her than she expected. Mako's presence, like always, calmed her and practically eliminated her problems altogether.


"I'm tired of running, Mako," she said, her voice muffled through his clothes. "I'm tired of always looking over my shoulder."


Chapter 34: In His Arms Once More