Consumed by Desire

Contents Copyright Consumed by Desire Chapter 1 Elena Chapter 2 Elena Chapter 3 Elena Chapter 4 Elena Chapter 5 Asher Chapter 6 Elena Chapter 7 Elena Chapter 8 Logan Chapter 9 Elena Chapter 10 Elena Chapter 11 Elena Chapter 12 Logan Chapter 13 Logan Chapter 14 Asher Chapter 15 Logan Chapter 16 Logan Chapter 17 Elena Chapter 18 Elena Chapter 19 Elena Chapter 20 Logan Chapter 21 Asher Chapter 22 Elena Chapter 23 Elena Chapter 24 Elena Chapter 25 Elena Preview: My Three Guys Chapter 1 April More Romance! Keep in Touch Consumed by Desire by Bianca Vix Copyright © 2023 by Bianca Vix Published by Chocolate Press Book and cover design by Fine Line Design All rights reserved. Consumer by Desire is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual people (living or dead), events or locations is entirely coincidental. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means including information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the author. Click to sign up for Bianca’s mailing list to be the first to find out about new releases and special deals BiancaVix.com Also by Bianca Vix: My Three Guys Jump Start My Three Crushes My Three Bosses Snow Bound Power Surge Chasing Love Wild Ride A Fiery Christmas A Christmas Reunion Consumed by Desire Central Park South: Book 1 MMMF Bisexual Reverse Harem Menage Romance I’m determined to have the kind of Manhattan lifestyle that I’ve always wanted. A fantastic address. My dream job. A glamorous life. I didn’t know my new life would come with three neighbors I can’t get out of my mind. Especially since one of them is my old high school enemy. I never thought I’d see Logan Blair again. Every time I do, sparks fly between us. Back in high school I would’ve been happy to hurt him back for what he did to me. When his secret comes out and everything changes, that’s the last thing I want to do. That can’t be right. This attraction has to stop. It’s Logan’s best friend who I’m into. Asher and I are dating. Sort of. It’s complicated. I never believed for a single moment that I’d consider being shady to get what I want. When there’s so much at stake, the rules change. One wrong move and I could get everything I’ve ever wanted. Or end up losing what’s really important. Chapter 1 Elena “I’ve got an offer you can’t refuse. Seriously, Elena, you’re not going to believe this,” Riley says. “Yeah?” I’m used to my best friend getting excited over everything. It’s how she rolls and I love her enthusiasm, but today there’s no way I can match it. “It’s big,” she insists. “I’d do it myself but I can’t and I’m regretting that very hard. Believe me, I tried everything I could think of to make it work out. It could be the answer to all of your problems.” She pauses. “Maybe not all of them, but one of the major ones. This place is perfect for you.” “Place? What’s the deal?” I stop folding my laundry and catch my phone right before it slips out of my grasp. I so, so need to move. I can’t afford this tiny apartment since my ex moved out. I’m beyond happy that Owen’s gone but now I’m afraid I won’t be able to pay next month’s rent. Every single person who’s answered my ad for a roommate has been super sketch, if not outright creepy. I’ve gotten so many vibes of I’m-going-to-murder-you-in-your-sleep, I can’t even count. One guy showed up with a python wrapped around his neck and shoulders. A python. As if that’s the most normal thing in the world to have, let alone walk around with in public. I was so scared I wouldn’t let him come in. Although I was more afraid of the guy than the snake. Of course he probably would’ve been better than my ex, who still insists on dropping in randomly for things he ‘forgot’. Maybe I should’ve accepted snake guy so he could scare Owen away once and for all. “I’ve not only got somewhere for you to live, it’s an amazing place,” Riley continues. “It’s a housesitting gig for a very wealthy couple and as much as I want to, I can’t do it myself.” “A house? Where is it? I don’t want to leave Manhattan if I don’t have to.” “No, not an actual house. It’s a gorgeous penthouse in a great building. I’ve seen pictures and you won’t believe it. It’s huge and it’s on 59th.” I perk up, all my senses on high alert. “Which part of 59th?” “Oh, you know,” she teases. “Somewhere you might like.” “You don’t mean Central Park South, do you.” She can’t. There’s no way Riley’s talking about one of the most expensive neighbourhoods in the city. My goal in life is to live right there. Riley laughs. “I wouldn’t joke about something like that. That’s exactly it, babe. Billionaire’s Row.” I can’t speak. Visions of exclusive parties, high fashion and a super glam lifestyle dance through my mind. That’s what must come along with a really cool address like that. It’s practically guaranteed. “It’s in one of the most luxurious new buildings,” she continues. “You’re going to love it.” “What would I have to do?” I ask, skepticism seeping in no matter how hard I try to push it away. I love my instant fantasy of having the best possible Manhattan life there is. There’s no need for reality to intrude too soon. “That’s the best part. There’s literally nothing to it. You don’t have to do a single thing except be there. The owners just want their place to be occupied,” Riley says. “You know, house-sit. Make it look lived-in.” “Really? If it’s a penthouse, who’s going to know that the owners aren’t there?” I ask. “I know, right? It’s not like an actual house