LUCY MONROE - A Virgin for His Prize

Why did those words sound so hot in Max’s voice?

“Turn you on? You weren’t complaining a second ago.”

She couldn’t deny it. Wasn’t sure she wanted to, even if she could. “Neither were you.”

But he’d stopped and she hadn’t even thought to try. Darn him.

“No, and I never will.”

Why did he have to say things like that? Things that could make her hope when hope and this man did not go together. “We still want different things.”

“Are you so sure? If I hadn’t stopped you would have let me take you, here and now.”

He was talking about sex when she was referring to a relationship. And he knew it. “Do you get some thrill out of reminding me of my own weakness?”

“It’s not a weakness, milaya .”

Lucy Monroe’s

RUTHLESS RUSSIANS

Passion is in their blood

As boys, they came from Russia to America to make their fortunes. Now formidable opponents in the boardroom, Viktor Beck and Maxwell Black are about to make the biggest acquisitions of their lives by marrying two of San Francisco’s most notorious heiresses! Beneath their suave American exteriors beat the passionate hearts of fearsome Cossack warriors—and their intended brides are about to give them the battle of their lives!

In AN HEIRESS FOR HIS EMPIRE

October 2014

A tabloid sex scandal means Viktor Beck can put his plan in motion and marry heiress Madison Archer—the key to taking over her father’s business and building his empire. But even this ruthless Russian is not prepared for his wild bride to be a virgin!

In A VIRGIN FOR HIS PRIZE

November 2014

Formidable CEO Maxwell Black is about to make his ultimate acquisition—socialite Romi Grayson! She has something he wants, and his need for control—in all areas—means he won’t rest until his ring is on her finger and the innocent Romi is warm and willing in his bed!

www.millsandboon.co.uk

LUCY MONROEstarted reading at the age of four. After going through the children’s books at home, she was caught by her mother reading adult novels pilfered from the higher shelves on the bookcase… Alas, it was nine years before she got her hands on a Mills & Boon ®romance her older sister had brought home. She loves to create the strong alpha males and independent women who people Mills & Boon ®books. When she’s not immersed in a romance novel (whether reading or writing it), she enjoys travel with her family, having tea with the neighbours, gardening, and visits from her numerous nieces and nephews.

Lucy loves to hear from her readers:

email LucyMonroe@LucyMonroe.com, or visit www.LucyMonroe.com

In honor of The Gathering Place and the two amazing families who have created this wonderful sanctuary they so generously share with those blessed enough to call them both friend and family. I have never written a book in a more peaceful and love-filled environment. Thank you!

Contents

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Introduction “What don’t you want me to do, Romi, my sweet virgin?” Why did those words sound so hot in Max’s voice? “Turn you on? You weren’t complaining a second ago.” She couldn’t deny it. Wasn’t sure she wanted to, even if she could. “Neither were you.” But he’d stopped and she hadn’t even thought to try. Darn him. “No, and I never will.” Why did he have to say things like that? Things that could make her hope when hope and this man did not go together. “We still want different things.” “Are you so sure? If I hadn’t stopped you would have let me take you, here and now.” He was talking about sex when she was referring to a relationship. And he knew it. “Do you get some thrill out of reminding me of my own weakness?” “It’s not a weakness, milaya .”

Ruthless Russians Lucy Monroe’s RUTHLESS RUSSIANS Passion is in their blood As boys, they came from Russia to America to make their fortunes. Now formidable opponents in the boardroom, Viktor Beck and Maxwell Black are about to make the biggest acquisitions of their lives by marrying two of San Francisco’s most notorious heiresses! Beneath their suave American exteriors beat the passionate hearts of fearsome Cossack warriors—and their intended brides are about to give them the battle of their lives! In AN HEIRESS FOR HIS EMPIRE October 2014 A tabloid sex scandal means Viktor Beck can put his plan in motion and marry heiress Madison Archer—the key to taking over her father’s business and building his empire. But even this ruthless Russian is not prepared for his wild bride to be a virgin! In A VIRGIN FOR HIS PRIZE November 2014 Formidable CEO Maxwell Black is about to make his ultimate acquisition—socialite Romi Grayson! She has something he wants, and his need for control—in all areas—means he won’t rest until his ring is on her finger and the innocent Romi is warm and willing in his bed!

Title Page A Virgin for His Prize Lucy Monroe www.millsandboon.co.uk

About the Author LUCY MONROE started reading at the age of four. After going through the children’s books at home, she was caught by her mother reading adult novels pilfered from the higher shelves on the bookcase… Alas, it was nine years before she got her hands on a Mills & Boon ® romance her older sister had brought home. She loves to create the strong alpha males and independent women who people Mills & Boon ® books. When she’s not immersed in a romance novel (whether reading or writing it), she enjoys travel with her family, having tea with the neighbours, gardening, and visits from her numerous nieces and nephews. Lucy loves to hear from her readers: email LucyMonroe@LucyMonroe.com , or visit www.LucyMonroe.com

Dedication In honor of The Gathering Place and the two amazing families who have created this wonderful sanctuary they so generously share with those blessed enough to call them both friend and family. I have never written a book in a more peaceful and love-filled environment. Thank you!

Contents

CHAPTER ONE

CHAPTER TWO

CHAPTER THREE

CHAPTER FOUR

CHAPTER FIVE

CHAPTER SIX

CHAPTER SEVEN

CHAPTER EIGHT

CHAPTER NINE

CHAPTER TEN

CHAPTER ELEVEN

CHAPTER TWELVE

CHAPTER THIRTEEN

EPILOGUE

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CHAPTER ONE

FURY FIGHTING WITH the pain of betrayal, Romi Grayson set her phone down on the table beside her with careful movements. The temptation to throw the mobile device across the room was staggering.

That lying, manipulative, opportunistic tycoon!

Maxwell Black had made it very clear to Romi that he wasn’t in the market for a long-term relationship, but that hadn’t meant he wasn’t interested in something else. His generosity in and out of bed with his lovers had been the fodder for gossip for years. As were the unexpectedly amicable breakups.

Max had promised Romi sexual pleasure beyond the scope of her imagination.

He’d said she would be the sole focus of his interest.

Until he was done with her.

The über -wealthy tycoon-playboy had offered Romi absolute fidelity with a time limit .

She’d walked away.

From the promise. From the possibilities. From the certainty of a broken heart.

They’d only dated a few times, but he’d sparked a depth of emotion in her that was both immediate and frightening. Terrifying for its intensity, Romi had had no doubts that she wouldn’t survive a breakup down the road with her heart intact.