Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power
18
Share:
Report
Lila is a struggling artist living in New York City who's just been commissioned to create a piece of art for a billionaire's private collection. When she meets the mysterious and charming billionaire, Alexander, she's immediately drawn to him, despite his reputation for being aloof and unapproachable. As Lila works on the project, she discovers that Alexander has a darker side, one that he tries to keep hidden from the public eye. He's been involved in some shady dealings, and Lila soon finds herself caught up in a dangerous game of power and lust. Despite her reservations, Lila can't resist Alexander's magnetic pull. They engage in a torrid affair, but the more she gets to know him, the more she realizes that there's something sinister about him. As their relationship deepens, Lila discovers that Alexander is involved in a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse with a rival billionaire. The stakes are high, and the tension is palpable as they navigate their way through the dangerous world of high finance and cutthroat business deals.
View MoreLatest chapter
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER TWENTY-FIVE An Unexpected Encounter
As he sat there thinking, he slowly drifted into his thoughts. As he remembers he on night affair he once had with Doyle.**FLASHBACK**"Hi, I am Doyle and I was asked to see you by the receptionist about the opening for a persona assistant". She smiled as she extends her hand for a handshake with Alexander.It was winter time and the snow was heavy, revealing Alexander sipping his coffee and watching the show cover cars parked around the streets.It was a skyscraper with 60 floors in the middle of New York. He loved Americano…Alexander returned the smile and shook Doyle's hand warmly. "Nice to meet you, Doyle. Please, have a seat," he gestured towards the plush chairs in his office. The panoramic view of the snow-covered cityscape from his window provided a picturesque backdrop for their conversation.As Doyle settled into her seat, Alexander began the interview. "So, Doyle, tell me a bit about yourself. What experiences do you have as a personal assistant?"Doyle straightened up an
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR - The Enemy Within
Gabriel's reaction from the text he got from Doyle was beginning to wear out, even Bill Stevens had no clue things would get this messy. "I thought the trap for the sex scandal was enough, why would you sex pet go that far Gabriel" Bill leaned close to Gabriel and whispered from his teeth. As they continue to talk and frown over Doyle's decision to abduct Lila, a decision she has never told anyone about. She just changed the narrative of their blackmail and things were about to take a different turn. Another text came in on Gabriel's phone and it was Doyle again. It's been months since they started the plot to bring down Alexander's Empire and this was not part of what they say coming. It was a new twist.Gabriel's heart pounded as he read Doyle's latest text. "Lila is pregnant," it read, causing a mix of shock and confusion to wash over him. He turned to Bill, his eyes wide with disbelief."Did you see this?" Gabriel showed Bill the text, his voice trembling with anxiety.Bill's fa
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE - A Night to Remember (continued)
The driver was confused. He knew he had to run for his life. This has been a plan between him and Doyle; she has used him. All she did was give him a big tip, and he agreed to share their location. She insisted it was Alexander's order to make sure Lila was safe.Immediately after Lila's head was covered and taken away into the black van, he abandoned the car and fled. Doyle had asked the men to kill him to cover her tracks, but he sensed it and ran for his life, but he was already in the mix. Meanwhile, Lila was regaining consciousness. Things were beginning to make sense to Lila as she recovered from the coma she was in after the shock of the accident that led to her abduction.As her eyes began to open under the black veil covering her head, she could feel a throbbing pain in her temples. The realization of her abduction slowly dawned on her, along with the memories of the accident that had led to this terrifying ordeal. Panic surged through her veins, but she fought to keep it a
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER TWENTY TWO - The Art World's Elite
Alexander's love for art was extra ordinary, not only for what it is and it's unique standout elegance. It was a money making machine, a game for the elite. Just like chess, art was a major game of moves, quick fingers and lost of money doing the talking.And then there was the racket or snatch and grab, precious artworks, ancient pieces and rare artifacts. It was a gathering of the elite members who trade and run the underground art community, business tycoons and billionaires or all calibers.Alexander entered the grand ballroom of the luxurious villa, the venue chosen for the secret gathering of the art world's elite. The room was filled with opulent artworks, displayed on the walls and pedestals, each piece more valuable than the next. The air was thick with a sense of power and secrecy as the attendees mingled, their whispers echoing through the room.As he made his way through the crowd, Alexander caught sight of an old friend conversing near a striking sculpture. They were bo
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER TWENTY ONE - A Night to Remember
Lila was already on her way to see her parents, spend time with them. Her dad was late, and her mom had already remarried to Fred while she was away with her brother in the city. She had decided to go by road with the thought that the long trip could calm her down after the recent events. Everything had happened so quickly.As the driver made his way back to New York, her mom wasn't aware she was coming home. She gently placed her head on the window of the passenger's seat and slowly drifted into a calm sleep. Without any harmful thought, she slept off as they drove through various cities.Unknown to her, Doyle had planned something else, and this time it wasn't even known to her assistant Gabriel. It was already past 09:00 when tragedy struck.It wasn't until a black sedan overtook the car that a black van appeared right behind them and hit the vehicle. Lila woke up with a shock, her head dashing slightly against the window to give it a crack."What's going on, Who are these people",
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER TWENTY - Alexander's Ultimatum
The clock ticked away the minutes in the dimly lit room as Alexander and Lila anxiously awaited any news from Simon Thompson. The weight of the threatening messages hung heavily in the air, suffocating their hopes for a peaceful life together. Every passing second felt like an eternity, filled with uncertainty and fear.Lila continues her painting as a means to take her mind off the whirlwind of issues plaguing their peace.Finally, Alexander's phone rang, breaking the tense silence. He grabbed it eagerly, his hand trembling with anticipation. It was Simon."Alexander, I have an update," Simon's voice cracked through the phone. "We've traced the source of the messages to an encrypted server, but the location is masked. It seems we're dealing with a highly skilled individual or a well-organized group."Alexander's heart sank at the news. The threat was far more sophisticated than they had anticipated. "Simon, we need to find them quickly. Lila and our unborn child's safety is at stake.
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER NINETEEN - Lila's Conflicted Feelings
Lila sat by the edge of the luxurious pool, her feet gently skimming the water. Her mind was filled with a whirlwind of conflicting emotions, and she couldn't help but question the path she had chosen. The weight of their dangerous game and the secrets they had uncovered threatened to suffocate her. She needed clarity, a moment to gather her thoughts amidst the chaos that surrounded them.Lost in her contemplation, Lila began to engage in a conversation with herself, seeking solace and understanding."Why did I let myself get tangled in this web of deception?" she whispered softly, her voice carried away by the gentle breeze. "I thought I knew who I was, but now everything feels so uncertain."She closed her eyes, allowing the warmth of the sun to caress her face. Memories of her life before Alexander flooded her mind, reminding her of the simplicity and innocence she had once cherished. The revelation of Gabriel's involvement and the dangers that followed had shattered that innocence,
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER EIGHTEEN - Secrets Unravel
As they arrived at Alexander's mansion, Lila felt a sense of relief wash over her. "We are safe, for now" Alexander says. Only thing left was how to deal with Doyle."Now we know where the information has been leaking from" Lila added as she hugged Alexander closely. They had to be perfect with their double deception, they only have to outplay the players of this dangerous game of desire.But as they stepped inside, Lila knew that their troubles were far from over. The secrets they had uncovered threatened to destroy everything they held dear including the new baby, and she didn't know if they could survive the flames that were sure to come.As they settled in for the night, Lila couldn't help but wonder what other secrets lay hidden beneath the surface of Gabriel's empire, and if they were ready to face the consequences of their actions.Lila spent the rest of the night pouring over the documents and files they had obtained from the investigator as be promised. It was clear that G
Desire and Danger; A Billionaire's Game of Lust and Power CHAPTER SEVENTEEN - Playing with Fire
Lila felt her heart race as Alexander swerved the car to avoid the oncoming vehicle. She clung to her seat, her knuckles turning white as they careened around a bend."What's that you want to tell me Lila," Alexander said through gritted teeth. He was already angry Lila nodded, her eyes fixed on the road ahead. She could see the other cars in her rearview mirror, its headlights flashing ominously. She didn't know how to start the story. Should she start with the fact that she was already 1 month pregnant, was she supposed to start with her already growing suspicion with Doyle and the picture she had found laying on the floor when she got to the house.She was tensed buy knew the right time was either now or never. As she took a deep breath…Lila gathered her courage and took a deep breath, preparing herself to reveal the truth to Alexander. But just as she was about to speak, a sudden screeching of tires and a blaring horn interrupted her thoughts. She turned her attention to the ro
You may also like
Related Novels
The Psycho's Obsession
Whalien5224.6K viewsHow to Divorce a Grumpy Billionaire
Sofia Castella24.6K viewsThe Billionaire Who Saved Me
Ecca Virginia24.5K viewsBride in Disguise
Madeline.L24.3K viewsHer Playboy CEO
Josie frank24.2K views"Are You Our Daddy?" Billionaire Daddy Triplets Saga!
Marvey_pearl24.2K views
Interesting books of the same period
To Readers
Welcome to GoodNovel world of fiction. If you like this novel, or you are an idealist hoping to explore a perfect world, and also want to become an original novel author online to increase income, you can join our family to read or create various types of books, such as romance novel, epic reading, werewolf novel, fantasy novel, history novel and so on. If you are a reader, high quality novels can be selected here. If you are an author, you can obtain more inspiration from others to create more brilliant works, what's more, your works on our platform will catch more attention and win more admiration from readers.
