Page 2 of Billionaire Temptations

My body was overheating as I signaled for the bartender to get me another mojito. Max threw down some cash as the bartender handed me my drink.

“It’s on me.”

“So now you expect sex because you bought me a drink?” I smirked as I took a sip. “I’m not that kind of girl.”

His finger slowly traced the outline of my jaw as he tilted his head and stared into my eyes. “Why don’t you tell me what kind of girl you are?”

This game was pretty fun. But then again, what if he was some psychotic killer who was going to stalk me and murder me for turning him down?’

“I’mthe type of girl who doesn’t have sex with strangers—especially those from a club. I like to get to know my men before I take them to bed. A few dates, some flowers, amazing dinners, and most importantly, the finest chocolate money can buy.”

“Well, I’m sorry that I won’t be able to do that for you because I’m flying out tomorrow morning. So, why don’t you live life on the edge and forget all that stuff for once, and we can get straight to the bed part.”

I certainly couldn’t fault the poor guy for trying. My panties were wet. That hadn’t happened in a very long time. Not even with Justin. But nonetheless, no matter how horny I was at this moment, I couldn’t have sex with this incredibly hot and sexy man standing in front of me. It wasn’t me, and I wasn’t about to do anything stupid for my own sexual satisfaction. Molly, Kara, and Aubrey walked up and stood there staring at the two of us. I thought Molly’s jaw was going to hit the floor.

“Thanks for the offer, but no thanks.” I placed my hand on his chest and swallowed hard as I felt what I’d be missing. “I’m sure you’re a really sweet guy even though you want to have sex with strange women in clubs, but like I said earlier, that’s not what I do. If you’ll excuse me, my girls are here, and it’s time for us to leave.”

I hooked my arm in Kara’s and Molly’s, and the four of us left the club.

“What the fuck was that?” Aubrey asked. “I would have pounded him right then and there. He was a god, Emma.”

“That he was, but I don’t have sex with random strangers. I know you all think it’s fine and fun, but I guess I’m old-fashioned.”

“You’re leaving tomorrow. You don’t have a boyfriend. God knows when the last time you had sex was. So what do you have to lose? You can get on that plane in the morning feeling like a rock star,” Molly said.

“Sorry, ladies. If you want to have sex with him, then be my guest. I’m sure he would do you all at the same time. He said you could join in.” I smiled.

“You’re nuts!” Kara spewed. “I never would have turned down that fine piece of ass.”

Chapter Two

Before goingthrough security at the airport, I hugged my mom goodbye.

“You be careful in New York City. I’m going to miss you, baby girl,” she pouted.

“I will, Mom, and I’ll miss you too. You know this is good for me. It’s what I’ve always dreamed of.”

“I know.” Tears started to fill her eyes. “Now get out of here and call me when you get there so I know you arrived safely. Please be careful. New York City is scary.”

“I will. I love you, Mom.” I laughed.

“I love you too, baby girl.”

She stood there and gave me a small wave as I cleared security and headed to my gate. Just as I made my way across the airport, my flight was already boarding. With bated breath, I stepped onto the plane, shoved my carry-on in the overhead compartment, and sat in my seat, taking out my phone and checking my emails before the plane took off. My heart started racing as I opened the email from the financial department at Parsons.

Dear Miss Knight,

We are sorry to inform you that we’ve mistakenly approved your financial loan for the fall semester at Parsons School of Design. We are so sorry for this inconvenience. If you still wish to attend the fall semester at Parsons, we are giving you five days to pay the tuition to hold your classes. After five days, if payment is not received in full, we will be forced to give your spot to another student.

Robert Foreman

Director of Financial Services

I couldn’t even process what I was reading. How could they take my loan away at the last minute? My eyes filled with tears. My dream was no longer going to become a reality. There was no way I could afford the $21,000 fall semester tuition. I only had enough money to live off of for a while. I started to panic as my mind raced with fear. I left my mom and friends back in Florida to move to New York to attend school, and now there was no school. A wave of nausea swept over me, and I needed to get up and use the bathroom. As I made my way down the aisle, I noticed the bathroom was occupied. Shit. I stood there, literally shaking, waiting for whoever it was in the bathroom to get out. Suddenly, the door opened, and a pair of spellbinding gray eyes looked at me.

“Hey. Emma, right?” Max smiled.

Oh my God, this can’t be happening.

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