Inicio / Romance / THE BILLIONAIRE GAME: ROUND TWO / Capítulo 41 - Capítulo 50

Todos los capítulos de THE BILLIONAIRE GAME: ROUND TWO: Capítulo 41 - Capítulo 50

73 Capítulos

41

"Not at all. I am not a possession," she removed his hand from her thigh and placed it on his own leg."That wasn't a question," he asserted. "The name on your marriage certificate is quite temporary, if you must know."She stared at him. Lara was irritated by his territoriality. At what point had this game become a conquest over the other? Did he think that by kissing her, he would be claiming her as his own? She prepared to tell him that, but then the choir finished singing. The church fell into absolute silence as the children returned their microphones and Father Bee stood up. Lara swallowed her words and her pride, as if they were thorns. Granger's green eyes were fixed on hers, daring her to say what she wanted."Children," the priest murmured. "Let us say the final prayer. Everyone, please stand."The whole church rose, including her and the man beside her."I will go prepare for confession," she informed him.Lara prepared to exit to the right, so she would not have to pass

42

"Confess," he clarified.This time she nodded. "Yes, I've done that countless times."As Granger's gaze bore into hers, she felt a surge of desire coursing through her veins, overwhelming her senses. It was as if they were caught in a magnetic pull, drawn inexorably closer with each passing moment."Then do it once more," he insisted.His hands tightened on her hips. His lips were close, and it reminded her of their taste. With every warm breath, Lara felt him closer.Granger took a deep breath. His blue-green eyes were almost all she could see, and they lingered on her mouth. When he looked at her, he saw her. He saw everything she tried to hide, even from herself. He saw, and he desired."Do it," he repeated, firmer this time.She hesitated, torn between the forbidden allure of his presence and the lingering echoes of guilt that still haunted her conscience. But as his hands trailed tantalizingly along her body, igniting flames of desire within her, she found herself succumbing to

43

Greyson approached Kesha, his hands holding her face. "Oh, Lara," he whispered, trailing his tongue along Kesha's lips. "If Aaron isn't already in the palm of your hand, make sure he is.""How?" Lara recoiled in disgust.As Greyson's lips pressed against Kesha's, the air seemed to crackle with tension, the atmosphere heavy with the weight of their illicit connection. His kiss was not just a mere gesture of affection; it was a calculated move, designed to convey dominance and control. Greyson kissed Kesha, but stared at Lara.Lara stood frozen in the doorway. Greyson's eyes bore into hers with a predatory intensity, sending a chill down her spine. It was as if he was daring her to challenge him, to defy his authority.When Greyson finally broke away from Kesha, a triumphant smirk played on his lips, his gaze never wavering from Lara's. It was a silent message, a warning that he held all the cards in this twisted game they were playing. "Do something to capture him, something big. So

44

The ambient noise of the hall evaporated into an eerie silence, tension crackling in the air like electricity, as Sabrina's commanding presence seized control of the room.The people around the hall quieted down, curious about what she had to say."Firstly, I would like to thank you for the invitation," Sabrina began, her expression softening with a smile. "I've just returned from a long trip, and I confess I am a bit lost in this country. I do not know where to go, what to do..."A fleeting smile graced her lips, a subtle play of emotions dancing across her features as she spoke, drawing the audience further into her narrative."But Aaron," she continued, her voice taking on a softer, more intimate tone as she turned her attention to him, "Has been very kind in accompanying me and reintegrating me into society again. He's my great love, without a doubt!"The audience responded with applause and murmurs of approval as Sabrina maintained her gaze on Aaron, as if sharing an intimate sec

45

Taking a deep breath, Lara wiped the corners of her eyes and turned to face him, her gaze searching his for answers. "Mr. Granger," she replied, maintaining a cautious distance between them."What you saw..." Aaron began to explain, but Lara cut him off with a gesture."A kiss between you and the woman who loves you," she finished, her voice a whisper heavy."No, Lara. It was much less than that. It was fucking insignificant," Aaron tried to justify."Aaron," Lara sighed, her voice heavy with sadness and acceptance. "You do not owe me explanations. You do not have to justify yourself to me. I am upset because... because I wished things were different," she admitted, her eyes meeting his in a moment of shared vulnerability. "But things are as they are. I am married to Greyson, Sabrina is crazy about you," she shrugged, a shadow of resignation passing over her face. "And maybe it's better this way.""Are you saying that because Sabrina kissed me?" Aaron asked."No, Aaron. I am saying i

46

Lara and Aaron were lying on her bed, naked. She entwined her fingers with his, lost in thought."What are you doing here?" she asked."I thought about everything you told me yesterday," he murmured calmly, "And I think it's nonsense."Lara smiled. "It's not nonsense, Aaron. We're taking risks every time we're together. Right now, Greyson could come in here and..." She buried her head in the pillow."Greyson is in my office now, waiting for a meeting with me.""Even so," Lara looked at him, "Is this what you want to live? A furtive, hidden love...""Lara, I need you to be honest with me." Aaron held her face in his hands. "Are you with Greyson because you love him?"She hesitated for a moment, debating whether to tell Aaron the truth. Then, she shook her head."Then why are you married to him?""Because my family needed money. And currently... Greyson has ways to control my life. He bought my family's company, pays for my father's treatment..." She sighed. "I can't divorce him unless

47

"I still do not understand your point, Mr. Granger," Greyson said, crossing his arms."My point is simple. This project belongs to Lara, not you. All you want is to use my name as a stepping stone to achieve success, money, and power," Aaron stated. "Tell me if I am wrong.""You are not," Greyson admitted."I will give you that, then, Greyson," Aaron held Greyson's gaze. "And I only want one thing in return.""What's that?""Your wife.""What?" Greyson laughed. "Lara?""I do not know what keeps her tied to you, but I want you to let her go. you will have whatever you want from me in exchange for her freedom.""That's not up to me. Lara also needs to want the divorce.""Do not be so fucking foolish. If she's in my bed, as we both know she is, it's because she doesn't want you," Aaron said firmly.Greyson's jaw tightened, his teeth grinding together as a surge of frustration and anger coursed through him. His hands curled into fists at his sides, nails digging into his palms as he fough

48

"I am not going to ask you to get in the car again," he said."Aaron, let's be realistic. We're not compatible. I am not the kind of woman capable of meeting your standards," Lara sighed. "You came, you wanted me, you intimidated Greyson into divorcing me..." she squeezed the bag between her hands. "All this just so you can take pleasure in saying I am yours."He wanted to agree, and he did so in his mind, but the man would be unable to admit that their relationship would not work. In his terms, and without exceptions, it could work."It doesn't seem like you want to avoid me," he replied, with slow and direct conviction.Aaron scrutinized Lara's face as she changed her expression; from determined to tired, from nervous to frustrated."This is the problem." Lara looked up, hugging herself in a metaphorical attempt to protect herself from something she did not even know. "I really do not want to.""I am not saying I am going to use and discard you. My only rule is to keep things simple

49

From those words on, Aaron understood everything else. The man confirmed with a nod, indicating that he understood what he had heard. She would not be part of an agreement, and he would not have a non-contractual relationship. Finally, the programmed end of the relationship had come faster than either of them supposed.Lara thought she should say something more; apologize for not being able to follow Aaron's life rules, or talk about the mild weather in the city, or ask about his work. Anything would be better than silence.However, as he left the Strip and entered a less crowded street, the car's system beeped, indicating an incoming call. And by pressing just one button on the steering wheel, Aaron answered:"You are on speaker, Alex.""Copy that, sir. I am not sure, but I think your car is being followed. As mentioned before, I am not sure, so just for safety, do not stop.""What's the car?" Aaron asked, looking back through the rearview mirror."A black Ford Mustang, sir.""So th

50

Finally, feeling the beautiful lady's body tighten around his, Aaron could not maintain the sensation any longer. It was like an electric shock in his body, and all his senses were wiped out when he plunged into her one last time, finding ecstasy and releasing everything from himself.Lara collapsed onto Aaron, resting her forehead on the man's shoulder. He, in turn, hugged her with one arm, using only one hand to continue holding the steering wheel.And feeling the exhausted body, Granger could see the lights of the city of Henderson. That's when calmness overtook his spirit, and he smiled relieved. The cars following them could no longer be seen, which meant they had been left behind.However, amidst the chaos, what surprised the man was knowing that his relaxation, largely, was because he knew that Lara's life would not be compromised, nor her safety.She was okay, and that was all that mattered.**The sun infiltrated the room like a shrewd inspector. The light was capable of reve

ANTERIOR

...

SIGUIENTE

ESCANEA EL CÓDIGO PARA LEER EN LA APP

DMCA.com Protection Status